News: Member Blog

HERE IS YOUR SECOND CHANCE!

The Second Chances Community Band Program of Nova Scotia is starting a vocal ensemble this fall and we are looking for singers (novice OR experienced) from our community to join us.

The singers will take the form of a “Pop” choir as in popular and draw its’ repertoire from contemporary commercial music of all genres.  Depending on ability the choir will perform in unison to four part harmony and beyond. Arrangements of blues, jazz, folk, swing, movie music and musical theatre styles will be explored. The Singers will also serve as the “house” singers for collaborative works with the Second Chances instrumental ensembles. All are welcome in an inclusive and safe environment of community engagement.

For more information and registration click the image below:

Come sing for fun this summer with Spíra – a summer choir!
Spíra is a drop-in, outdoor community choir, active during the summer months on Monday evenings. It is perfectly suited for folks who are looking for a chance to sing, to develop their music skills, and to build community. No auditions, no experience necessary, and you don’t need to know how to read music. Everyone is welcome!

Monday evenings, 6:00-8:00pm
July 17, 24, 31, August 7, 14, 21, 28
the Northwood Courtyard (2615 Northwood Terrace)
Suggested donation: $5/person, $10/family, PWYC

SOUNDTRAX CHOIR

Soundtrax is an auditioned mixed voices choir featuring students from across the HRM. Whether you are new to singing or continuing on your choral journey, we want to hear from you. Come be a part of this amazing choral community where you’ll explore diverse and dynamic repertoire in a welcoming, safe, and fun environment. Soundtrax rehearses on Thursdays from 4:30-6:15.

For more information or to schedule an interview, please contact Fran Farrell at ffarrell@gnspes.ca  (If the interview times listed on the poster do not work for you, reach out, and we’ll find a time to connect!)

THE HALIFAX YOUTH HONOUR CHOIR

The Halifax Youth Honour Choir is a choir for upper voices for students in grades 7-9. This choir is all about creating a welcoming, friendly, and safe environment where students will explore fun songs with fun people.  YHC rehearses on Tuesdays from 4:30-6:15 at Oxford School.

For more information or to schedule an interview, please contact Fran Farrell at ffarrell@gnspes.ca (If the interview times listed on the poster do not work for you, reach out, and we’ll find a time to connect!)

Looking to sing with a treble voice youth choir? Join the Cantatrice Ensemble Honour Choir, a FREE program of HRCE’s ‘Halifax Regional Arts’! Auditions for new members will be held on June 12 at Madeline Symonds Middle School and June 19 AND JUNE 26 at Cavalier Drive School, starting at 6:30 pm. The audition piece will be “O Canada”. Applicants must be in Grade 7-12 as of September 2023. This choir sings repertoire for treble voices (soprano, second soprano, alto) and performs several times throughout the year. Interested singers may book an audition time slot by contacting director at KNewhook-MacDonald@hrce.ca, or can book an audition online using the following direct link: https://schoolinterviews.ca/code/4u5yv

New Women’s Choir in Annapolis Valley

Expressions of interest are now being accepted for a new choir being formed in the Annapolis Valley. The choir will be for women’s voices and will focus on musical excellence and primarily a cappella music. Rather than meeting on a weekly basis, the intent is for the ensemble to be more ‘project’ based, receiving and preparing repertoire in advance, gathering for a limited number of rehearsals and offering one or more performances.

Rehearsals will be held irregularly as needed and held at different locations throughout the Annapolis Valley depending on chorister location and venue availability. The hope is that rehearsals can be held in several locations to make travel more convenient for all members.

Auditions will be scheduled individually with interested applicants. An audition will consist of a piece selected by the singer and the administering of a sight reading test. Strong music reading skills are required. Those who are interested in booking an audition can fill out this form: https://podio.com/webforms/28691420/2308252

Are you an enthusiastic singer in high school that is looking to meet new people from across the HRM? Look no further and consider joining Soundtrax, an auditioned SATB choir that explores diverse and dynamic repertoire. To book an interview, please contact ffarrell@gnspes.ca or scan the QR code on this poster.