The Cherokee Nation is the largest of three federally recognized Cherokee tribes comprised of over 315,000 citizens.  Today fewer than 8,000 People speak Cherokee fluently, so the Nation has recently taken a number of creative measures t...

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on My blog From the Front of the Choir]   Whether it’s bringing up a family or long-term illness or a bad singing experience, many People find it hard to get back into singing when they...

Vocal group Octachord was formed four years ago by young People who want to share their love towards music. In their sound they’re combining variety of styles with an emphasis on gospel and pop. They won the 2nd prize in international competition in Veron...  moreVocal group Octachord was formed four years ago by young People who want to share their love towards music. In their sound they’re combining variety of styles with an emphasis on gospel and pop. They won the 2nd prize in international competition in Verona, Italy in 2008. In 2011. they won silver prize in Rimini, and also, the special prize for the best group up to 12 singers. During 2012. they performed in 3 contests, in Gorizia (ITA) - 1st prize in pop cathegory, Graz (AUT) - bronze in pop cathegory and Rijeka (CRO) - 1st prize in gospel and jazz.  less

Announcing a new study which explores partcipation in choirs and singing groups. This is a new research project from Canterbury Christ Church University in the UK. The study asks why People sing in choirs and what the experience of singing has been duri...

Active since 2009, Jovem Canto Youth Choir is a group for young People and adolescents from 14 years up. Undertakes to be a space for youth have contact with concert choral music. The group sings a diverse and technically challenging repertoire, exploring...  moreActive since 2009, Jovem Canto Youth Choir is a group for young People and adolescents from 14 years up. Undertakes to be a space for youth have contact with concert choral music. The group sings a diverse and technically challenging repertoire, exploring dIfferent sounds and new musical languages. In his repertoire are works by composers as Janequin, Scarlatti, Bach, Beethoven, Whitacre, Widmer, Stroope, Jobim and Ronaldo Miranda. The styles range from classical to popular, jazz, spirituals, sacred music, Brazilian Popular Music, opera and musicals. Since its formation is conducted by Altamiro Bernardes and has Lana Bernardes as assistant conductor. The choir members receive training in vocal technique, music reading, perception, music history, harmony and musical aesthetics, always in the context of choral activity and a language for young People. In addition to the concerts, the choir participates in educational activities such as educational concerts, workshops, lectures and conversations with professiona...    less

Slavic Chorale was formed with a mission to help unIfy the Slavic community and be a positive influence in our region through the performance of classical and spiritual music. We glorIfy God through music and through service to People in our community,...  moreSlavic Chorale was formed with a mission to help unIfy the Slavic community and be a positive influence in our region through the performance of classical and spiritual music. We glorIfy God through music and through service to People in our community, perform choral music at a professional level with excellence and artistry, preserve and foster Slavic musical culture in Sacramento and serve as ambassadors to other cities and nations. We strive to develop the musicianship of our members while encouraging personal and spiritual growth.  less

What is a Show Choir? A show choir is a group of People singing while incorporating a few dance movements or simple choreography. Our show choir classes are crafted especially for adults with a musical repertoire including a mix of Jazz Swing, Retro and P...  moreWhat is a Show Choir? A show choir is a group of People singing while incorporating a few dance movements or simple choreography. Our show choir classes are crafted especially for adults with a musical repertoire including a mix of Jazz Swing, Retro and Popular classics.  

Burstin' with Broadway is a 130 member NON-AUDITIONED choir in North Vancouver, BC. Canada. We are an amazing community of People who love to sing,have fun, learn music from all dIfferent genres represented in Musical Theatre repertoire. We work all seas...  moreBurstin' with Broadway is a 130 member NON-AUDITIONED choir in North Vancouver, BC. Canada. We are an amazing community of People who love to sing,have fun, learn music from all dIfferent genres represented in Musical Theatre repertoire. We work all season to put together one huge year end show, staged and in a theatre. Our season goes from September until May.  

Tamesis is an exciting chamber choir based in Reading. Aimed mainly at singers in the "young professional" category, it is for People who are looking for a choir with a dIfference - a great social atmosphere and a challenging, varied repertoire....  moreTamesis is an exciting chamber choir based in Reading. Aimed mainly at singers in the "young professional" category, it is for People who are looking for a choir with a dIfference - a great social atmosphere and a challenging, varied repertoire. An auditioned choir of around 25 members, Tamesis is a high-standard choir, capable of singing 8-part repertoire on a few rehearsals and having fun while doing it! We've just recorded our second CD which will be released in Autumn 2012.  

The Sunday Night Singers are a group of young People who are dedicated to the prolIferation of the choral arts in the young and old alike. The Sunday Night Singers rehearse with the goal of performing the highest quality music possible and bringing it to ...  moreThe Sunday Night Singers are a group of young People who are dedicated to the prolIferation of the choral arts in the young and old alike. The Sunday Night Singers rehearse with the goal of performing the highest quality music possible and bringing it to the community.