Alive and Singing is an all-inclusive triplet of community choirs across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire formed by like-minded people thrown together by fate and directed by the very talented and charismatic Jamie Serafi. The choirs have g...  moreAlive and Singing is an all-inclusive triplet of community choirs across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire formed by like-minded people thrown together by fate and directed by the very talented and charismatic Jamie Serafi. The choirs have grown to over 100 members collectively from every walk of life! NO AUDTION! NO NEED TO READ MUSIC! ALL WELCOME!  

From our 2010 Lessons and Carols Candlelight Service. We are joined by six extras (College students from ATU and OBU).

Love2sing Ltd runs community choirs in Ealing, Ickenham and Hanwell. Come and sing with us at a Love2sing choir near you! All levels and abilities are welcome with No Audition. choirs meet in Hanwell, Ealing and Ickenham.Take part in fun, friendly and ...  moreLove2sing Ltd runs community choirs in Ealing, Ickenham and Hanwell. Come and sing with us at a Love2sing choir near you! All levels and abilities are welcome with No Audition. choirs meet in Hanwell, Ealing and Ickenham.Take part in fun, friendly and informative weekly rehearsals plus twice yearly concerts and socials. You will make new friends, get involved in your local community, learn and Love2sing. Styles Include: Pop Musical Theatre Big Band Rock Motown Traditional World Music and more.. At Love2sing It’s all about the singing! No choreography. No need to read music. However, if you do, sheet music and lyrics are provided for all members. You will not have to sing alone or be put on the spot. Concession available. Love2sing Choir Hanwell was founded in 2010 by Hanwell resident Elizabeth Lusty. A true community venture, Love2sing opens its doors to adults of all ages and abilities who just Love2sing. The choir began, at Hanwell Community Centre W7. The first class had only 11 brave singers ...    less

[this is a version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   Hark the herald angels sing. A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols from King’s College, Cambridge. Slade’s Merry Christmas everybody. White Chr...

Dear Madam/Sir, We would like to invite you and your choir to participate in the 26th Biennale of the International Festival of Amateur choirs, IFAS 2022 "OPEN" which will take place from the 3rd to the 8th of July 2022 in Pardubice, Czech Repu...

Kenfig Hill & District Male Voice Choir is a fine example of the tradition of Male Voice choirs in Wales. It is a registered charity centred around the Kenfig Hill community of South Wales, UK. We also have two associated youth choirs 'Da Ca...  moreKenfig Hill & District Male Voice Choir is a fine example of the tradition of Male Voice choirs in Wales. It is a registered charity centred around the Kenfig Hill community of South Wales, UK. We also have two associated youth choirs 'Da Capo' and 'Crescendo'. The choir's history stretches back to 1896, with a few gaps. The latest incarnation was re-founded in 1972.  

Polyphony was formed by Stephen Layton in 1986 for a concert in King’s College Chapel, Cambridge. Since then the choir has performed and recorded regularly to great critical acclaim throughout the world. Recent reviews declare Polyphony ‘one of the best s...  morePolyphony was formed by Stephen Layton in 1986 for a concert in King’s College Chapel, Cambridge. Since then the choir has performed and recorded regularly to great critical acclaim throughout the world. Recent reviews declare Polyphony ‘one of the best small choirs now before the public’ (Telegraph) and ‘possibly the best small professional chorus in the world’ (Encore Magazine, USA). In a new poll by Gramophone Magazine they were named as one of the world’s leading choirs ‘Stephen Layton's choir have become renowned for both their sound and versatility – whether in early music, or contemporary works such as those of Eric Whitacre, they embody the remarkable tradition of British choral excellence at its finest.’ For more than a decade Polyphony has given annual sell-out performances of Bach’s St John Passion and Handel’s Messiah at St John’s Smith Square. These have become notable events in London’s music calendar and have been broadcast by BBC Radio 3 and the EBU. According to the Evening Standard ‘no one ...    less

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   “Hark the herald angels sing”. A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols from King’s College, Cambridge. Slade’s “Merry Christma...

Stellenbosch University Choir, conducted by world renowned André van der Merwe, was recently crowned as Champions of the 2012 World Choir Games in the categories Musica Sacra and Mixed choirs. They shared their music with choirs from around the world. Thi...  moreStellenbosch University Choir, conducted by world renowned André van der Merwe, was recently crowned as Champions of the 2012 World Choir Games in the categories Musica Sacra and Mixed choirs. They shared their music with choirs from around the world. This video encapsulates the journey.  

Music composed by Kim André Arnesen Improvised piano by Toni Arnold Shreve