[this is an updated version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the Choir] Music and singing are auditory experiences. We don’t need to see the musicians or Singers to appreciate their music. So why bother going...
This was originally published on the Embro Thistle Singers' blog. I was reading an article posted to Facebook the other day. Esa-Pekka Salonen became a conductor when he filled in for an absent colleague. In the following sh...
[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]It’s that time of year again when you still have time to to pop to the local garage for last-minute presents. What on earth can you get for the choral...
The moment before a concert begins, when Singers and audience members wait for the downbeat, is a magical time. Our first video seeks to capture that shared moment - the hushed anticipation, the sound of coordinated footsteps, the group intake of breath.... more
Do you like the Sister Act’s choir scenes? And always wanted to sing gospel and spiritual choir works? Looking for a competition or festival to bring joy to the stage? gladly invites you in July 1-5, 2016 to Rome (Italy), for the 7th Musica Etern...
Dear choral Singers, Missing an event does not mean that you can1t join in another year. In 2017 meeting music gladly will be your host in Caorle/Venice, Italy for a great choral celebration. The competition with its wide range of categories li...
[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir] In 2014 a Britney Spears recording escaped into the wild which demonstrates that without Auto-Tune her singing can be less than perfect (Experience t...
As if you needed another reason to sing for joy, recent research has confirmed that singing improves positive feelings and social connections, reducing stress and making people feel more relaxed and happy. Perhaps this is why Singers often ap...
[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir] There are times in most choirs when a soloist or a small ensemble is required. These roles can be allocated by the MD but in many cases Singers are a...
[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]Sometimes I bring a great song to choir and for some reason the Singers really struggle with it. photo by Clear Path International How do you decide whethe...
