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Two models for running your choir
[this is an updated version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the Choir]
Last week I raised the question of Whose choir is it any way?
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Among friends: the importance of support networks
[this is a version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the Choir]
We are lucky that singing is a very social activity. Whether we are a choir leader or singer, we are amongst friends each week.
I'm diffe...
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Looking forward/ Looking back
[this is a version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the Choir]
Time to look forward to the coming year.
with thanks to my lovely assistant Susie Mendelsson
Look back first to realise all the big mis...
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Exactly who’s in charge of my choir?! – how to deal with change
[this is a version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the Choir]
This post is part of a series of occasional Questions and Answers. Just contact me if you want to submit a question that I will answer in a future blog post.
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How long is the ideal choir session?
[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]
There’s a gig coming up and you’ve still got work to do. Do you keep bashing out the notes until everyone’s perfect or do you rehea...
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How to lead your choir when you’re just not in the mood
[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir] We all have off days, even choir leaders.
Here are a few hints on how to cope when you’re feeling low or burnt out.
No matte...
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The Cavendish Choir
Choir specialising in sacred choral music. We sing at Cathedrals across the UK, deputising when the regular choir is on vacation.
The Cavendish Choir was formed in 1994 and has sung at Cathedrals across the UK. Our musical Director is John Dover MMus an... moreChoir specialising in sacred choral music. We sing at Cathedrals across the UK, deputising when the regular choir is on vacation.
The Cavendish Choir was formed in 1994 and has sung at Cathedrals across the UK. Our musical Director is John Dover MMus and our organist is Jonathan Price FRCO.
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Afterglow
Initially formed as part of a school-outreach program with the Quintessential Vocal Ensemble (QVE) in Newfoundland in 2009, Afterglow developed a love of 6-part a cappella music and began searching for new and challenging musical experiences. All members ... moreInitially formed as part of a school-outreach program with the Quintessential Vocal Ensemble (QVE) in Newfoundland in 2009, Afterglow developed a love of 6-part a cappella music and began searching for new and challenging musical experiences. All members of QVE, the singers range in disciplines from Music to Engineering to the Arts.
Afterglow performs frequently throughout St. John’s, including being featured guests on CBC Radio, local television, Festival 500, as well as community concerts and fundraisers. The group writes their own arrangements and began presenting full concerts last spring.
Afterglow was one of 11 groups selected world-wide to partake in the Small Vocal Ensembles component of international biennial Festival 500 in July 2011. This will include masterclasses and individual coaching sessions with Bob Chilcott and Finnish group, Rajaton. As a result of their acceptance, the group was awarded a substantial Professional Project Grant from the Newfoundland and Labrador Arts Council. Afterglow ... less
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A Handful of Harmonies
A Handful of Harmonies is a hobby with a difference! The group gives women from 16 to 70+ the opportunity to share the joy and proven health benefits of singing with like-minded people in a fun and creative environment.
Weekly sessions, under the instr... moreA Handful of Harmonies is a hobby with a difference! The group gives women from 16 to 70+ the opportunity to share the joy and proven health benefits of singing with like-minded people in a fun and creative environment.
Weekly sessions, under the instruction of a highly enthusiastic and experienced Natural Voice Practitioner and registered British Voice Association teacher, will provide opportunities for you to sing in harmony, discover new techniques and to improve your musicality, understanding and appreciation of music. With your newly found confidence you will tackle more complicated and challenging musical arrangements and enjoy hearing the finished result – just for pleasure!
Whilst we “work” hard these sessions are enjoyable social events. There is discipline and structure but also fun, laughter and a strong sense of teamwork as we rehearse songs from a variety of genres, performing new musical arrangements to suit a variety of tastes. No previous experience is required but enthusiasm is a must.
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