We take pleasure in Singing songs of joy, struggle, liberation, celebration and peace from around the world. We are a mainly secular, community choir where everyone is welcome. No audition. No need to read music (unless you want to). We're a friendly bun...  moreWe take pleasure in Singing songs of joy, struggle, liberation, celebration and peace from around the world. We are a mainly secular, community choir where everyone is welcome. No audition. No need to read music (unless you want to). We're a friendly bunch - why not come along and give us a go?  

[this is a version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   Unless you’re Singing vocalises or songs with just one word (‘alleluia’, ‘mravalžamier’), you have to deal with lyrics at some...

We are refreshing the new tradition and coming back to Budapest, the country of Kodály Method. Let's  celebrate and promote choral music, let us spread the value and experience of Singing in a choir - as Kodály said: Music should belong...

The choir "Klang Chamber Choir" from Malaysia Singing at "Venezia in Musica 2011", competition category S - Sacred Music: Claudio Monteverdi - Cantate Domino The conductor Lee Shiak Yao was awarded with the Conductor Prize. More about Venezia i...  moreThe choir "Klang Chamber Choir" from Malaysia Singing at "Venezia in Musica 2011", competition category S - Sacred Music: Claudio Monteverdi - Cantate Domino The conductor Lee Shiak Yao was awarded with the Conductor Prize. More about Venezia in Musica: http://www.interkultur.com http://blog.interkultur.com  

Kantorei, or singers, formed in 1997 under the leadership of 6 friends who decided to form a choir capable of Singing a broad range of a cappella choral music. With the addition of Richard Larson as artistic director and a handful of additional singers, t...  moreKantorei, or singers, formed in 1997 under the leadership of 6 friends who decided to form a choir capable of Singing a broad range of a cappella choral music. With the addition of Richard Larson as artistic director and a handful of additional singers, the group quickly found a footing in the cultural fabric of Denver, Colorado. Now entering its 15th full season of performing, the group has expanded into an auditioned ensemble of 54 volunteer singers who meet weekly to rehearse. Many of the singers come from schools with strong choral music programs, such as Augustana, Brigham Young, Concordia, Luther, St. Olaf, Wartburg, and the University of Northern Colorado. Kantorei established itself as one of the nation’s premier choral ensembles after performing as an auditioned choir for the 2003 National American Choral Directors Association Conference at Carnegie Hall in New York City. In June 2007, Kantorei embarked on its first-ever international tour to France and Italy. The tour culminated with the distinct...    less

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   “You can’t run a Singing workshop here, we don’t have a piano.”   photo by Thomas Quine   It’s amazing ...

The OV SINGERS is a community choir from Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Malaysia (North Borneo) consist of members from different backgrounds who began their journey together as novice Singing enthusiasts in 2015. Despite of the apparent differences, they are stron...  moreThe OV SINGERS is a community choir from Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Malaysia (North Borneo) consist of members from different backgrounds who began their journey together as novice Singing enthusiasts in 2015. Despite of the apparent differences, they are strong in musical passion and bonds, which is the essential spirit of Sabahan camaraderie. In 2015, they received further recognition as achievers of Level 5 Singing Ensemble with Distinction under the same international examination board. Recently, in June 2016, they completed their advanced Level 6 Singing Ensemble examination with an exceptional praise from the Senior Adjudicator of the Australian GUILD of Music Education. The OV Singers received their Grade 7 in Concert Certificate under the St. Cecilia School of Music International Examinations in December 2017. The OV Singers organized their 2nd OV Singers & Friends Choral Concert held on the 18th of August 2018 in-collaboration with the Penampang District Education Office and proudly supported by the ...    less

Hullabaloo Community Quire is one of Brighton’s longest established, nationally renowned and much loved Natural Voice choir... and that means NO auditions, NO sight Singing, NO judgements & NO limits! Our strength is in our repertoire and our ethos...  moreHullabaloo Community Quire is one of Brighton’s longest established, nationally renowned and much loved Natural Voice choir... and that means NO auditions, NO sight Singing, NO judgements & NO limits! Our strength is in our repertoire and our ethos. We sing songs of protest, passion and celebration throughout the ages from all around the world. Leaving no generic stone unturned, our repertoire is wildly eclectic and deeply funky; songs to make you laugh, stomp your feet, shiver with harmonic delight and keep coming back for more! Our Musical Director Kirsty Martin explains our vision: “We believe that collective song is a strong and versatile instrument that can move mountains. We stand out from the sing-along choirs and the corporate choral businesses as a bold creative force; an equitable, exploratory and enjoyable musical community who share and perform innovative vocal music together with a palpable and infectious joy. We’re willing to go where no choirs have gone before! We are the music makers, ...    less

The Toronto Welsh Male Voice Choir (TWMVC) was established in 1995 gathering together a group of like-minded individuals of Welsh heritage sought to kindle the spirit of traditional Welsh male voice Singing in their adopted country. Ably assisted by, now ...  moreThe Toronto Welsh Male Voice Choir (TWMVC) was established in 1995 gathering together a group of like-minded individuals of Welsh heritage sought to kindle the spirit of traditional Welsh male voice Singing in their adopted country. Ably assisted by, now emeritus, music director David Low, the founding members saw their numbers grow to a membership of sixty choristers. the choir continues to grow musically under the direction of William Woloschuk and accompanist Matthew Coons. Although many of the current members still lay claim to Welsh connections, the TWMVC now has members from a variety of ethnic backgrounds. The TWMVC proudly draws on the great Welsh tradition of Singing hymns and songs born of the mountains and valleys of Wales. At the same time it emphasizes a multicultural context in its broad repertoire which also includes spirituals; operatic arias, Canadian folk songs as well as Broadway show tunes and contemporary music. Our blend of traditional and contemporary music, all sung off book in accorda...    less

Singing the Suriname song titled kokoko led by Ernest Darko originally written by Machlon Dijo. the ghana community choir at the gospel festival, heineken music hall. http://.apple.com/nl/album/the-praise-worship-experience/id447194386