Adaptation by Sian Croose of a traditional joik called Nieida ('Girl'). A joik is a unique form of cultural expression for The Sámi people (or Lapps - region stretches over four countries: Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Russia). This type of song can be ...  moreAdaptation by Sian Croose of a traditional joik called Nieida ('Girl'). A joik is a unique form of cultural expression for The Sámi people (or Lapps - region stretches over four countries: Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Russia). This type of song can be deeply personal or spiritual in nature, often dedicated to a human being, an animal, or a landscape as a personal signature. According to music researchers, joik is one of The longest living music traditions in Europe, and is The folk music of The Sámi people. Its sound is comparable to The traditional chanting of some Native American cultures. This is from The OK Chorale's second public concert in March 2013 at St. Mary's Church, Woodbridge, Suffolk, UK.  less

DID YOU KNOW THAT SINGING CHANGES YOUR BRAIN? You’re invited to experience The joy, freedom and inspiration of song at your local With One Voice choir! Neuroscience proves singing makes people happier, healthier, smarter and more creative. Creat...  moreDID YOU KNOW THAT SINGING CHANGES YOUR BRAIN? You’re invited to experience The joy, freedom and inspiration of song at your local With One Voice choir! Neuroscience proves singing makes people happier, healthier, smarter and more creative. Creativity Australia (www.creativityaustralia.org.au) is building a happier, healthier, more inclusive nation through The life-changing With One Voice program. We bridge The gap between people experiencing disadvantage and those more fortunate through The neuro-scientific benefits of community singing. We build supportive networks that help people connect to brighter futures. Creativity Australia is delighted to offer a suite of With One Voice “how to” guide videos, resources and mentoring for individuals, groups and communities looking to start new, inclusive With One Voice choirs using our innovative social franchise model. TogeTher, we can change The world… one voice at a time. With One Voice choirs are led by professional conductors and meet weekly, fo...    less

Graduates of The African Children’s Choir share Their poignant stories through song, masterful drumming and mind-blowing dance moves. KwaYa Australia is excited to present UBUNTU on The “Make That Change” tour, April to May 2018.  ...

[this is a version of a post which first appeared on my blog From The Front of The Choir]   Last time (Tuning up – where do start notes come from?) I talked about my aim of being able to give out a single note to my choir, instead of having t...

Fabulous Fridays performed Galaxies, The duty song of Aarhus Choir Competition. Aarhus Vocal Festival 2011 Galaxies originally by Charlotte Martin, arranged by Michael Betzner - Brandt

The song Dúlamán - written by Michael McGlynn and performed by Anúna as part of "Celtic Origins" - www.anuna.ie - soloist is Ian Curran.

Otello Polyphonic Choir at The Ohrid Choir Fest 2017

Unique Carols - Hear what Profile Magazine had to say about ALBION and Their contribution to The Christmas sound. Normally announcements aren't meant to be replied to, but if you nee