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London Youth Choirs @londonyouthchoirs.bsky.social · 11/05/2025

Want to try out LYC before you sign up for an audition? We're running a free session for ages 6-11 to experience LYC, prepare for auditions and build confidence in your singing! 📅Fri 30 May 🕰️2-6pm 📍Walworth Town Hall, Elephant & Castle Info & sign up: www.londonyouthchoirs.com/experience-l...

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Sing Up Foundation @singupfoundation.bsky.social · 22/01/2025

🎶 Singing and music-making have an incredible ability to bring people together 🎶 Check out our #research on impact of singing and music making with young displaced children and young people with recommendations for future work 💛 bit.ly/48VHv7R #refugees #charity #musiceducation #mentalhealth

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Contemporary Music for All @comanewmusic.bsky.social · 05/03/2025

📣Opportunity: We’re #recruiting for an inspiring Chair to lead CoMA’s Board of Trustees and play a key role in planning and guiding CoMA’s future. If you have leadership, board or #trustee experience and a passion for the power of the arts, we’d love to hear from you by 14 Mar!

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Opportunity: Chair of CoMA Board of Trustees

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The City of Oxford Choir @oxfordchoir.org · 05/03/2025

Clara Schumann's legacy continues to inspire musicians and music lovers alike, and she's very much a friend of the City of Oxford Choir. Get your tickets now to hear us sing her beautiful music. www.oxfordchoir.org/event-detail...

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Text reads: The City of Oxford Choir and Oxford University Museum of natural History.
Unearthed, a choral celebration of 200 years of paleontology in Oxford.
Friday 28 March 2025, 7:00 pm.

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Choir of the Earth @choiroftheearth.com · 05/03/2025

Our Discover Choir of the Earth taster week of completely free open rehearsals continued yesterday with our bass rehearsal, where @benenglandbem.bsky.social taught the bass line of the Sanctus from Haydn's Harmoniemesse. Our courses cover every note but also improve your musicality! 🎶 Check it out 👇

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Discover Choir of the Earth Open Week - Bass Rehearsal - Learn Sanctus from Haydn's Harmoniemesse

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Making Music UK @makingmusicuk.bsky.social · 05/03/2025

@creativelivescl.bsky.social want to know how creative groups across the UK and Ireland are faring. Those who respond stand a chance to win a £250/€300 grant! @barbaraeifler27.bsky.social

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Making Music UK @makingmusicuk.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

The government’s Spending Review has concluded, with results due by June. Contact your MP as the Treasury considers future spending. Advocating for choirs is key! Contact MPs across the UK, as this is a nationwide issue. How to contact your MP:

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Tax relief for choirs

Making Music and other music sector organisations are calling for the eligibility criteria for Orchestra Tax Relief to be changed so choirs can also benefit. Making Music members can support this…

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Vaughan Williams Foundation @vwfndn.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

💻 Find out more about our work, including our funding opportunities, via our website.

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 25/02/2025

Experience the breathtaking sound of >180 voices, orchestra, stunning soloists, tabla and sitar in Bradford’s St George's Hall. The angelic voices of Bradford Catholic Youth Choir will be coming from the grand tier, making the acoustics of this area even more special! @visitbradford.bsky.social

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Sing Up Foundation @singupfoundation.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

What types of approaches work when using singing & vocal work to support children & young people's mental health & wellbeing? Explore our collection of case studies to see how other practitioners are working with young people in different contexts: buff.ly/3XeZW2Q #musictherapy #musiced

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Royal Philharmonic Society @royalphilsoc.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

Could you play a valued role helping to steer and support the Royal Philharmonic Society? There are two weeks left to apply for a position on our RPS Board of Trustees, by Wed 12 March. Thank you for helping us to spread the word. royalphilharmonicsociety.org.uk/rps_today/ne...

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Appointing new RPS Trustees

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Susie Dent @susiedentwords.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

Word of the Day is ‘ingordigiousness’ (18th century): extreme greed at the expense of principles.

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Campaign for the Arts @campaignforthearts.org · 26/02/2025

"We trebled the amount of money to the arts." Despite a challenging economic backdrop, Jennie Lee transformed public funding and access over her 6 years as Minister for the Arts. Read more about her trailblazing white paper on this, its 60th anniversary: www.campaignforthearts.org/news/jennie-...

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Crouch End Festival Chorus @thechoircefc.bsky.social · 24/02/2025

It's the last week for *EARLY BIRD PRICES* for our Missa Solemnis at #AlexandraPalace Grab your tickets before you lose the February discount! No codes or anything, the discount is already built into the price. Tickets: www.alexandrapalace.com/whats-on/mis...

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Music Venue Trust @musicvenuetrust.bsky.social · 24/02/2025

Live music is nothing without its fans, and right now music lovers have the chance to shape its future. The Music Fans’ Voice survey is giving live music fans across the board a real say in how it is supported in the UK.

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Music Fans' Voice Survey

15 minutes to shape the future of UK live music! Music fans across the nations play a significant part in sustaining a vital industry. They buy the tickets, they stream the songs, and they create glob...

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Royal Philharmonic Society @royalphilsoc.bsky.social · 24/02/2025

We're pleased to say some last tickets to the #RPSAwards @royalbirmcons.bsky.social on Thursday 6 March next week have just been released, priced £15-30. Join us, and so many music-makers and music-lovers, for what promises to be a very special night. royalphilharmonicsociety.org.uk/awards/rps_m...

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RPS Awards Event

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Three Spires Singers @threespiressing.bsky.social · 23/02/2025

It's time to announce the soloists for our performance of the St Matthew Passion on 5th April. Tickets available at www.minack.com/three-spires... 🧵1/7

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Barbara Eifler @barbaraeifler27.bsky.social · 23/02/2025

That sounds like a great opportunity, shame I'm a bit far away from Bradford...

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Simon Brackenborough @sbrackenborough.bsky.social · 23/02/2025

I've had some very positive responses about this post. If you'd be interested in coming along to such a group, please complete this very short survey (just 4 questions), so I can gather info on what would be the best option for people. Shares appreciated! www.surveymonkey.com/r/VSPB3ZM

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Open Up Music 🎵 @openupmusic.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

🚨Applications for Regional NOYO Ensembles are live🚨 11-25-year old disabled, neurodivergent and non-disabled musicians looking to develop their ensemble and instrumental skills in an inclusive setting can apply to join NOYO now 👉 noyo.org.uk/apply/ #InclusiveMusic #Apply

A group of young disabled and non-disabled musicians rehearse together on acoustic, electronic and accessible instruments.

A group of young disabled and non-disabled musicians rehearse together.

A group of young disabled and non-disabled musicians rehearse together on acoustic and electronic instruments.

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Bushey Symphony Orchestra @busheysymphony.bsky.social · 06/02/2025

Tickets now on sale for Bushey Symphony Orchestra's 'Springtime Classics' Concert Sunday 16 March at 3pm Clarendon Muse, Watford WD18 7JA Music by Debussy, Haydn, Frank Bridge, Järnefelt and Christopher Gunning's Flute Concertino with soloist Sarah Bennington Book online here shorturl.at/Ekoc6

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The Sunday Boys @thesundayboys.bsky.social · 16/02/2025

We’re joining forces with @rncmlive.bsky.social Community Chorus to celebrate the lasting influence of folk music! Featuring works by Vaughan Williams, Britten & a blend of traditional + contemporary folk. A night of stories told through song! Get your tickets 👉 www.rncm.ac.uk/production/r...

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RNCM Community Chorus and The Sunday Boys - Royal Northern College of Music

The RNCM Community Chorus and The Sunday Boys come together to showcase the lasting influence of folk music on composers.

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Chris Butcher @weachrisbutcher.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

Coming up this week: debate in the House of Lords (Thursday 6th) and deadline for submissions to Treasury for Spending Review (9th). In our briefings @weaadulted.bsky.social has shown the positive impact of adult learning despite years of underfunding. Keep an eye on our socials for more detail.

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Crouch End Festival Chorus @thechoircefc.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

If you are thinking about coming along to our forthcoming open rehearsal with a view to joining us, here are just some of the things we're looking forward to this year... All tickets links, dates and venues can be found on our Linktree... linktr.ee/crouchendfes...

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Open Up Music 🎵 @openupmusic.bsky.social · 31/01/2025

Thank you to #TheArchers supporters who donated to our charity after hearing Barry discuss your work (yes, our CEO is also Ed Grundy 😉). www.openupmusic.org/donate ❤️

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Young disabled musicians are still widely excluded from ensemble music making. We need your support to change the picture.

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Music Venue Trust @musicvenuetrust.bsky.social · 29/01/2025

Dive into the 2024 report to see how we’re helping keep this alive for artists, venues, and fans. Available online now at bit.ly/MVT2024

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Royal Philharmonic Society @royalphilsoc.bsky.social · 29/01/2025

The #RPSAwards take place at 7.15pm on Thursday 6 March at @royalbirmcons.bsky.social. We would love you to join us to celebrate outstanding musicians and achievements in classical music. Tickets from £10: royalphilharmonicsociety.org.uk/awards/rps_m...

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RPS Awards Event

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Margaret Harris @drmlharris.bsky.social · 21/01/2025

My choir, Bristol Choral Society, has a new album out with @delphianrecords.com, and it sounds great even though (or maybe because 🤔) I wasn’t involved in recording it. Do give it a listen! drive.google.com/file/d/1cqE1...

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BCS Delphian clip 1.mp4

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Marie Nixon @mariemarie0.bsky.social · 21/01/2025

It’s official! Sunderland is a Music City - Sunderland joins the European music cities network!

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Barbara Eifler @barbaraeifler27.bsky.social · 22/01/2025

If you're just thinking about working with a living composer, say, come and find out - really - what the challenges may be, but also the rewards!

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 10/01/2025

Look at those smiling Bradford faces! Who was at RISE tonight or caught some of it on Look North? So proud of our Bradford Friendship Choir singing friends and wonderful that some of our members could join in. Congratulations to everyone involved and to the @bradford2025.co.uk team 🎶🎵❤️

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MUSIC:ED @musiced.bsky.social · 11/01/2025

Apply by 16 Jan 2025: Programmes Manager (Pathways & Partnerships), National Youth Choir @National Youth Choir www.musiceducation.global/c/find-jobs/...

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Alternative Classical @alterclassical.bsky.social · 11/01/2025

New on Netflix ~ The Only Girl in the Orchestra It's a 2024 documentary that explores the fascinating life of double bassist Orin O’Brien, the first woman to become a full-time member of the @nyphilharmonic.bsky.social. www.alternativeclassical.co.uk/features/cla...

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Stannary Brass Band @stannarybrassband.bsky.social · 07/01/2025

Stannary Brass Band back to rehearsals tomorrow. If you are an experienced player why not come and check us out? If you've never played come and learn to play a brass instrument for free! Wednesday from 6:00 pm at the Wortham Hall, Mount Kelly - www.stannarybrassbandtavistock.org.uk

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Stannary Brass Band | Tavistock | Brass Band

The website of Stannary Brass Band Tavistock. Find out everything you need to know about Tavistock's home band. Details of our events, how to join us and how to support us.

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Independent Venue Week UK @ivwuk.bsky.social · 07/01/2025

💛 EAST OF ENGLAND 💛 Head to our website for listings, info and tickets for all #IVW25 shows in your area buff.ly/424OV7E @artscouncilengland.bsky.social

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The Renaissance Singers @renaissancesingers.bsky.social · 07/01/2025

2025 is the year of Palestrina. Our next concert sheds new light on the great composer and his humanity. Tickets from £13; free for under 21s. 📅 Saturday 15 February 2025 at 7:30pm 📍 Holy Sepulchre London, Holborn Viaduct, London EC1A 2DQ 🚇 St Paul’s 🎟️ www.renaissancesingers.com/concerts

A portrait of Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina from the late sixteenth-century.

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gamesmakerchoir.bsky.social @gamesmakerchoir.bsky.social · 28/12/2024

Happy 'twixmas' from us all at The Games Maker Choir. 🌲🥳 It's that time of year when we think about our #NewYearResolutions How about making No 1 "Join a Choir"! If you're a sport volunteer and love to sing, check out our details at: gamesmakerchoir.org.uk/join-us/ #ChoirForSport #OlympicLegacy

The Gamesmaker Choir at the Tower of London, December 2023

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Blackheath Choir @blackheathchoir.bsky.social · 20/12/2024

Last week some of our members went carol singing at Canary Wharf and raised over £3000 for @samaritans.bsky.social 💚 what a wonderful total! Thank you all for your time and donations.

Approx 20 choir members smile at the camera. They are all wearing coats and a variety of tinsel/Santa hats.

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Making Music UK @makingmusicuk.bsky.social · 19/12/2024

Great article by our CEO, @barbaraeifler27.bsky.social‬, on the London Gay Men’s Chorus 'Christmas Bop' winter show at the Queen Elizabeth Hall. Enjoy!

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Joyous energy – and meticulous organisation

Barbara Eifler experiences the London Gay Men’s Chorus 'Christmas Bop' winter show at the Queen Elizabeth Hall.

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