Voices for Hope
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Welcome to
VOICES FOR HOPE
VOICES FOR HOPE, under the direction of Douglas Knight, is a new nonauditioned, inclusive daytime community choir for men and women, experienced or not!
Rehearsals for this new “Mostly Broadway” choir are held weekly on Wednesday afternoons, 1-3 p.m. It is a noncompetitive singing group designed for those who simply enjoy making music without the pressure of an audition, and where the ability to read music is not a requirement. It is for people at various points on their musical journey. Some will have had years of experience, some will have taken a lengthy leave of absence from singing, and yet others will be taking on the challenge for the very first time which can be at any age. It’s never too late. We are currently 55 singers in this choir.
The appeal of Broadway music is perennial to audiences and singers alike. Voices for Hope will take you through decades of great Broadway musicals with two concerts this season, one in February and the other in June. Proceeds will be earmarked for charities assisting the developing world.
Music like Everything’s Coming Up Roses (from “Gypsy”), Try to Remember (from “The Fantasticks”), Consider Yourself (from “Oliver”), Goodnight My Someone (from “The Music Man”), Anything Goes (from “Anything Goes”), And All That Jazz (from “Chicago”), and a medley from “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat”, to name but a few!
There are a limited number of places in the choir, and a yearly membership is required. Currently we are full, however there is a waiting list by vocal section. For more information or to add your name to the list, please call 514-630-0331.
Hope to hear from you soon.
FAQs
Do I have to audition?
No, but a love of singing is a must.
Can I join if I do not read music?
Everyone has to start somewhere, you will learn as we go.
I would like to join, but I am going away for two weeks. Would that be OK?
Yes, but make sure to contact the director, so that we do not worry about you.
I don’t think I’m ready to sing in a concert, but I would like to go to practises.
Not everyone has to sing in the concert. However, we will be performing and that requires singers. As long as you let the director know in advance that this is the case, it is OK to only attend practises.
What do I say if I’m not sure what voice part I am?
The director will verify which section you should be singing with if you aren’t sure.
Are there any costs involved?
There is an annual membership fee, as in most community choirs, payable in two instalments.
Do I get to keep the music?
All music and folders will be on loan to you from our library and remains the property of Voices for Hope. You will take the music home between rehearsals to practise. If you like to write notes in your music, only use pencil, no highlighters.
Your voice can give hope and make a difference in the world.
Who could ask for anything more?
