Midlands men urged to sing up for free choir workshop

Canoldir Male Choir has organised a free workshop in Birmingham for male singers, experienced or otherwise, who may wish to sample the joys and benefits of singing.

There has been a marked decrease in the numbers of male singers in all forms of choral groups and in particular the membership of male choirs has been declining for a number of years leading to the closure of many well-established choirs in this area and throughout the country.

In addition to this there has been some research into the health benefits of singing and many people believe that the process of singing can have a positive effect, not only on some physical health issues but also on improving the general feeling of wellbeing.

The free workshop, led by Musical Director James Llewelyn Jones, has been designed to help develop individual performance using a variety of techniques and to introduce people to the experience of choral singing first hand.

James Jones has been the Musical Director of Canoldir Male Choir for five years, during which time has led the choir to success winning number of prestigious competitions. He has also conducted other choirs including 11 years with the National Children's Choir of Great Britain and has had extensive experience working as a choral clinician with choirs nationally and internationally.

On the day we will provide a pack of information with details of various choirs within the Midlands region such as male, mixed voice and operatic and give advice on how to select a suitable choir to join.

The workshop will take place on Saturday, March 10, from 2-4pm the Welsh Chapel, Loveday Street, Birmingham, B4 6NR.

For more information and to register interest, visit www.canoldir.co.uk/choral-workshop.html or contact Colin Stott on 0121 357 2190