From The Community Newspapers
05/05/09
PUBLICATION REVIEW
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AFICIONADOS of choir singing can take a stroll down memory lane with one of Perth’s most popular choirs, the Kelmscott-based New I Voci Singers, after the publication of a book celebrating its 30-year history.
The idea for the book came from choir member Teresa Ingrilli, who also gathered information and designed it.
About 300 young people have belonged to the choir since it started under the directorship of John Christmass in 1978.
It originally performed mainly at retirement villages and other local venues.
“Today the choir stands as a respected group with a fine record of achievement and is arguably the busiest choir in Australia, consisting of youthful amateurs but with a professional level of performance,” Mr Christmass said.
“In just over one year we have given more than 15 public performances, including a special Christmas concert at the Perth Concert Hall.”
Mr Christmass said the common bond all choir members shared over the years had been their joy of making choral music together and the friendships they had established.
Its signature events performed each year include Anzac Day services, the Best of British concerts and the New Year’s Eve Vienna Pops concerts.
“Two concert tours to Germany have been highlights and a third invitation has been received, with a promise of concerts in Germany and Paris,” he said.
The 30-voice choir is preparing for its 18th annual Best of British concert at the Perth Concert Hall on May 23.
It will feature a mix of old favourites such as Rule Britannia, Land of Hope and Glory and Jerusalem, and some arrangements specially commissioned for the show.
This year’s concert will also feature the 50-piece Perth Pops Orchestra and soloists, including soprano Alexandra Bak, tenor Justin Freind, baritone Mark Alderson and alto Josephine Christmass.
For a copy, $12.50 each, call Mr Christmass on 9390 4275.
For more information about the group and the concert, visit www.ivoci.org.au.
1 comment:
a book worth buying
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