Keeping the choir inspired while giving audiences their festive fix

I’m sure you’ve noticed that it’s that time of year again —  the time when so many choirs  are busy with Christmas concerts.

But will you be doing the same old Christmas songs that you wheel out year after year? The songs that your audience expects?

Singing outdoors in the winter: a survival guide

Many choirs perform outdoors during the winter, especially in the run-up to Christmas.

photo by Peter

Here are some tips to help make the experience as pleasurable as possible.

10 tips for singing outdoors in the cold, dark, damp winter

It’s that time of year when choirs get asked to sing at all manner of Christmas events. 

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Some of those will be outdoors. How best to deal with the challenges?

Why choirs may choose not to sing Christmas songs

‘Tis the season to be jolly (apparently) and to sing Christmas carols.


But some choirs choose not to include Christmas songs in their repertoire. Why might this be?

What to do if you catch a cold and a concert is looming

At this time of year many of you will be singing in Christmas concerts.

photo by Courtney Carmody

It’s also the time of year when there are plenty of bugs around. Here’s a timely reminder of what you can do if you catch a cold and a concert is coming up.

How to care for your voice over the festive season

Christmas is a time for singing. It’s everywhere. Sometimes it seems that Christmas is the only time that many of us sing!

photo by Richard Towell

Whether you’re in a choir or just singing carols with friends, you need to look after your voice. Here are some ideas.