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Oakgrove Integrated Primary & Nursery School, Limavady

Singing for All - Unison in Harmony Project

9th Apr 2013
Singing for All - Unison in Harmony Project

Don't say 'I can't'   Step up and be part of the City’s Music Promise

Two brand new community choirs have been announced in  Derry-Londonderry,  as part of the UK City of Culture's ongoing feast of music, dance, theatre and art. The ambitious Unison in Harmony project will establish one choir on the city's Waterside, with another branch across the Foyle at the Playhouse Theatre; following a guided programme of classes and rehearsals, the two strands will become one for a series of high-profile live performances around the city later in the year, as part of the Music Promise.

Project leader Valerie Whitworth this week issued an open invitation to everyone  over the age of 12 to become involved. 'We want your voices, and we don't mind what, gender, background or singing experience you have. This is community singing- it is relaxed, welcoming, open to all, it's fun and it's free!'

Valerie is an experienced choir leader, with branches of her own 'Together One Voice' choirs in Omagh, Enniskillen, Manorhamilton and the city's Playhouse. She teaches the Natural Voice method, with the simple philosophy 'if you can speak you can sing.' 'Even in a culture with such a rich vocal tradition,' she says, 'so many people will automatically say to me "But I can't sing".  It's something that is ingrained from a young age. Signing is our birthright, so come and join the fun.'

Membership of the new choirs and all classes are free, thanks to the support of  the 'Music Promise' initiative. This is the musical education element of the City of Culture programme, giving the city's young people a range of opportunities to sing and perform in schools, communities and live venues throughout the year.

CHOOSE YOUR CHOIR:

Wednesdays 3.15pm - 4.45pm

Starting 10th April 2013 for 9 weeks

Oakgrove Integrated Primary & Nursery School

19 Limavady Road,  Derry-Londonderry

 

Wednesdays 7pm - 9pm

Starting 10th April 2013 for 9 weeks

The Playhouse Theatre and Arts Centre

5-7 Artillery St

Derry-Londonderry

 

Booking is essential.  Contact Valerie Whitworth

mob: 07526534183

email: val@valeriewhitworth.co.uk

www.valeriewhitworth.co.uk

 
Singing for All - Unison in Harmony Project Flyer
Singing for All - Unison in Harmony Project Flyer