A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog from tHe Front of tHe Choir] Being in a choir is great (see THe pleasures of being a choir member), but most mixed choirs never seem to have enough men.     photo by Robert...

Live performance, November 9th, 2013 Cochrane Street United Church www.newmansound.ca

THe singing girls had alot of fun performing to a massive audience at tHe Mayflower THeatre in Southampton wHen UK Olympic medallist Diver Pete Waterfield made a special appearance. Lots of Laughs from tHe audience, and much amusement in tHe chorus!

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog from tHe Front of tHe Choir]   Sometimes I get paid over £100 per hour. That makes me a millionaire right?   Photo by Ian Britton from FreeFoto.com   Wrong! I...

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog from tHe Front of tHe Choir]Many community choirs have mixed tenor sections with men and women singing tHe same part. photo by Stefan Karpiniec That’s wHen things can get weird!...

Please tell us what makes festivals Held under tHe brand Fiestalonia so popular.  - As an organiser of international choral festivals and competitions, Fiestalonia appeared as a result of our enthusiastic work, constant search for new ideas and tHe ...

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog from tHe Front of tHe Choir]   Those of you who read this blog regularly know that I believe that everyone can sing. If you want to know more, you can read “Everyone can sing...

A rich full-bodied sound, innovative programming, technical precision, meticulous intonation, and versatility, coupled with an ever-present musical curiosity and commitment to tHe creation of new Canadian choral works, are qualities that have catapulted C...  moreA rich full-bodied sound, innovative programming, technical precision, meticulous intonation, and versatility, coupled with an ever-present musical curiosity and commitment to tHe creation of new Canadian choral works, are qualities that have catapulted Chor Leoni to national and international fame since its founding by Diane Loomer C.M. in 1992. THe choir is regarded as a leader in tHe Canadian male choir movement, and acts as mentors and inspiration to choirs across tHe country. Erick Lichte was appointed Artistic Director in January 2013.  less

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog from tHe Front of tHe Choir]I’ve been praised many times by tHe singers I work with for being so patient. Which makes me wonder: what’s tHe alternative?I must admit that I ...

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