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Conspiro – Eleven Singers Singing with Conspiro Juniors – 19 December

Posted on December 17, 2020 by Christine Brennan

Conspiro, A Choir of Friends, presents Eleven Singers Singing with Conspiro Juniors, on Saturday 19 December, 3pm, at the Oxford Terrace Baptist Church. Contact: e.conspirochoir@gmail.com More information

Singers wanted – Christchurch City Chorus!

Posted on December 15, 2020 by Christine Brennan

Christchurch City Chorus is a chorus of dynamic, vital and exciting female performers. They are preparing for a performance at the National Competitions to be held in Christchurch, 30 April to 2 May 2021. Christchurch City Chorus is seeking alto … Continue reading →

Jubilate Singers – Sir Arthur Sullivan: A Musical Portrait – 27 November 2021

Posted on December 12, 2020 by Christine Brennan

Jubilate Singers present Sir Arthur Sullivan: A Musical Protrait, on Saturday 27 November, 7.30pm, at The Piano, 156 Armagh Street. A concert that puts the spotlight on a composer who wrote much more than a string of phenomenally popular comic … Continue reading →

Jubilate Singers – The Earth We Share – 21 August 2021

Posted on December 12, 2020 by Christine Brennan

Jubilate Singers present The Earth We Share, on Saturday 21 August, 7.30pm, at The Piano, 156 Armagh Street. ‘A tribute to the diversity of life on Earth, long may it last.’  An uplifting musical encounter that focuses on respect for … Continue reading →

Jubilate Singers – God Save the Queens – 8 May 2021

Posted on December 12, 2020 by Christine Brennan

Jubilate Singers present God Save the Queens, on Saturday 8 May, 7.45pm, at St Mary’s Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street. A right royal celebration of music composed for the ruling queens of England – Elizabeth I and II, Mary, Anne and … Continue reading →

Chch Cathedral Choir – recruitment – children in Years 3-5

Posted on December 12, 2020 by Christine Brennan

Christchurch Cathedral Choir is recruiting girls and boys currently in Years 3 to 5 who enjoy singing. This also features a scholarship subsidy to The Cathedral Grammar School for successful applicants. Contact Director of Music, Dr Johh Linker, for details … Continue reading →

The Greatest Christmas Show – 12 December

Posted on November 28, 2020 by Christine Brennan

Christchurch City Chorus and The Vocal Collective present The Greatest Christmas Show! Saturday 12 December, 2pm to 4pm, and again at 7pm to 9pm, at the Cashmere High School Auditorium, Barrington Street entrance, Somerfield. Christchurch City Chorus is performing under … Continue reading →

Christchurch City Choir – Handel’s Messiah – 12 December

Posted on November 28, 2020 by Christine Brennan

Christchurch City Choir presents Handel’s Messiah, on Saturday 12 December, 7.30pm, at the Douglas Lilburn Auditorium, Christchurch Town Hall. Soloists: Anna Pierard (soprano), Catrin Johnsson (mezzo-soprano), Oliver Sewell (tenor), Paul Whelan (bass-baritone). Members of the  Christchurch Youth Choir will sing … Continue reading →

Canterbury Japanese Choir – Concert 2020 – 7 December

Posted on November 28, 2020 by Christine Brennan

The Canterbury Japanese Choir presents Concert 2020 Monday 7 December, 6pm, at the Christchurch Transitional Cathedral, 234 Hereford Street Guests: Voice Company, Koto Group, Alfresco Quartet, Taiwanese Choir, Taka Kuze, Sarina Fisher. Admission: gold coin donation.

South Brighton Voices – Reflections – 6 December

Posted on November 28, 2020 by Christine Brennan

South Brighton Voices presents Reflections – A Christmas Concert. Sunday 6 December, 2pm, at St John’s Church cnr Ferry Rd & St Johns St, Woolston. Director: Diane Coad.   Accompanist: Caleb Brand. Also: Molly’s Remedy. Followed by refreshments. Tickets: $20. Children … Continue reading →

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  • Conspiro – Eleven Singers Singing with Conspiro Juniors – 19 December
  • Singers wanted – Christchurch City Chorus!
  • Jubilate Singers – Sir Arthur Sullivan: A Musical Portrait – 27 November 2021
  • Jubilate Singers – The Earth We Share – 21 August 2021
  • Jubilate Singers – God Save the Queens – 8 May 2021
  • Chch Cathedral Choir – recruitment – children in Years 3-5
  • The Greatest Christmas Show – 12 December
  • Christchurch City Choir – Handel’s Messiah – 12 December
  • Canterbury Japanese Choir – Concert 2020 – 7 December
  • South Brighton Voices – Reflections – 6 December
  • Schola Cantorum – A Mediaeval Christmas – 6 December
  • CBS Choir & Orchestra – Messiah – 6 December
  • Global Voices – Muusika: Songs of Harmony from Around the Globe – 5 December
  • Atlas Voices – Faure Requiem, A Gift to the City – 6 December
  • Jubilate Singers – Fooling Around – 5 December
  • Christchurch Harp Orchestra & Friends – 1 December
  • The Plainsmen – A Christmas Celebration – 12 December
  • Cantabrainers Choir – Christmas Concert – 16 December
  • Carols Round The City – Christchurch City Choir – 19 December
  • Carols by Candlelight – 24 December
Georgina Rees-Stevenson 2018

Rehearsals: Monday, 7pm, Mountainview High School, Pages Rd, Timaru

Auditioned

SingFest 20 Programme
SingFest20 programme

Director: Max Choi. Accompanist: Kimberley Wood. Auditioned choir. Ages: 16-26. Rehearsals: Wednesday evenings.

Reflections Threshold Singers sing in small groups (2, 3 or 4) at bedside in homes, nursing homes, hospital, and hospices. Open Evenings are held periodically and there is an informal audition process. Rehearsals are on Sunday evenings and bedside singing is in daytime (normally weekdays). Please contact us for more details.

A non audition Taiwanese society choir, rehearsal at 14 Owens Terrace every Saturday morning 10:00~11:30.

Tectonic Tones

CBS Music is the Choir and Orchestra of the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament, Christchurch. The Cathedral Choir presents a Solemn Mass at 10:30 am every Sunday at St Mary’s Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street, exploring a wide repertoire through orchestral, contemporary, polyphonic and plainsong Mass settings. Regular concerts and recording opportunities, which feature the associated Cathedral Orchestra, include an annual St John Passion and Messiah. During many overseas tours, the CBS Choir and Orchestra have performed in most of the world’s major cathedrals and churches.

The choir rehearses each Wednesday, with a supper break at 8.45 pm. A wide range of ages and backgrounds is represented, united by a love of sacred music. Newcomers are always welcome, and will be given an opportunity to audition after a familiarisation period.

Anyone interested in joining as singer, player or supporter, is welcome. Further information, and contact details, may be found on the CBS web page.

The Opera Club meets quarterly or more frequently depending on programme. The objectives are to develop opera singers , provide performance opportunities, host concerts and contribute to local events.
Performing members receive up to 4 hours of individual coaching from Artistic Director Sharolyn Kimmorley AM, and the opportunity to participate in dance and movement workshops throughout the year.

A Capellago meet on Tuesday nights during the school term from 7.30pm – 9.30pm at the Phillipstown Hub. We are a small, mixed voice choir and are open to new members. It is an auditioned choir. Members need to memorize all their music. We learn at quite a fast pace, so singers need to be fairly experienced and sing accurately. We sing in a wide variety of languages and also sing contemporary songs in English. Ease with syncopation is a must.
We are a very warm, friendly, social group who aim high but don’t take ourselves too seriously.

Open Song is a non auditioned choir that meets for the last seven weeks of every school term on Wednesday nights, from 7.30pm – 9.30pm. We sing music from around the world and contemporary songs in English. We welcome people of all ages and abilities. We aim high, in a fun, supportive environment.

We meet Thursday evenings 7.30pm – 9pm.
Non auditioned SATB with pianist Dale McKay. No need to read music, relaxed welcoming group who meet for the joy of singing and performing in the wider Geraldine Community.

Atlas Voices (originally Pro Arte Chorale) began in 2011 and was established as a collection of Christchurch’s best vocal talent dedicated to presenting exciting music performances to audiences in Canterbury.  The group continues to push the boundaries and expectations of choral music by presenting a variety of styles at an exceptional standard under the expert leadership of American maestro, Ravil Atlas.