MOLINE, IA — The new director of the Moline Boys Choir understands the group’s long and storied tradition in Moline; he was, in fact, a part of it. Karl Bodenbender, 39, of Rock Island, sang with the choir in the 1980s; his brothers Kurt and Andy were members, too, as was their dad, Arthur. Bodenbender said […]
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Twitter for Choirs
If you’ve been using Twitter to broadcast what you had for lunch (or avoiding it because that’s all you think that it’s good for), it’s time to reconsider. Twitter is an immensely powerful tool for both your own professional interests and communicating with your groups. Let me show you three steps to become a Tweet […]
ACDA National Youth Honor Choir Scores in London
Olympic sport isn't the only special event taking place in London this summer. Among the many valuable and highly visible undertakings by the American Choral Directors Association in the summer of 2012 was the inaugural National Youth Honor Choir's concert tour of England. Those traveling with the choir were impressed. "The thing that struck me […]
Resort in Fiji starts choir
By Ionne Burese FIJI — In an exciting inititiative to provide workers with opportunities to support and develop natural talent, InterContinental Fiji has launched its accomplished hotel choir, bringing the gift of song to guests and colleagues alike. Initially assembled to entertain colleagues at monthly workers' meetings, the choir's "raving success" quickly prompted their […]
In the line of choir
HULL, UK — For years, they bravely and dutifully served the Queen in countries ranging from Aden to Afghanistan. Now, they could be about to sing for Her Majesty at Buckingham Palace. The recently-formed Yorkshire Warriors – a choir comprising former soldiers – is fast turning heads. And word of their success has reached the […]
Los Angeles Children’s Chorus announces appointment of DIANA LANDIS as Director of Apprentice Choir
Diana Landis, a noted conductor and music educator, has been appointed director of Los Angeles Children’s Chorus’ (LACC) Apprentice Choir. LACC Artistic Director Anne Tomlinson announced her appointment, which marks Landis’ return to the chorus after a 10-year absence during which time she taught music in various capacities in Orange County. She replaces Larissa Donnelly, […]