SUSSEX A CAPPELLA
NAME CHANGE SUCCESS
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fter it launched a new chorus for female voices – Sussex A Cappella - in early 2018, The Sussex Harmonisers club needed to rename its male-
voice chorus and chose the name Sussex Kings of Harmony. The name change seemed to work as the chorus was awarded the Most Improved Chorus and was placed 14th at a national competition in May 2019. The chorus sings a cappella (without instrumental
the ladies of Sussex A Cappella rehearse on Mondays at The King’s Centre, RH15 9LR.
accompaniment), in four-part harmony, mainly in the
Experience is not necessary and you don’t need to
barbershop style. It has fun at weekly rehearsals and
read music because recorded teach tracks are used to
lovesproviding entertainment at events such as parties
help with the learning process. Taster sessions are held
anddinners. It hosts an annual show with five rehearsals
at the first rehearsal every month so you are welcome
followed by a concert at St John’s Church in Burgess
to have a go and find out how making music can be so
Hill.
enjoyable.
Both of the club’s friendly choruses are based in
Visit www.sussexharmonisers.org.uk or email
Burgess Hill and are always on the lookout for new
info@sussexkings.org.uk for more information about
members so get in touch if you want to know more.
how to sing with the choruses or hire them for your
The men of Sussex Kings of Harmony rehearse on
event. You can also find the groups on Facebook and
Tuesday evenings at St Paul’s College, RH15 8GA whilst
Twitter.
SINGING COURSE FOR MEN
E
ver wanted to sing? Well now’s your chance as a new Learn to Sing Course started on January 15th to encourage men to sing, make new
friends and experience all the fantastic health benefits that singing can bring. The course is being run by the Award Winning Chorus Vocal Fusion Acapella with their Director Zoe Peate on Wednesdays at the Steyning Centre 7.15 – 8.15. It offers the opportunity to sing close-harmony songs in the acapella & barbershop style, but we’ll also provide you with skills, including breathing exercises and vocal support, which will help you to sing well in
easy learning of the song. As well, we have an excellent
any style.
music team and experienced members ready to teach
You will learn a song within the group, which makes
and support all members of the chorus. So don't be shy,
it less daunting. And, very importantly, you do not have
come out and give it a try! You may just find an
to be able to read music. The chorus provides high
exciting and fun thing to add to your week. So book
quality digital learning tracks that are separated into
your place by contacting: vocalfusionacapella@gmail.com
the 4 parts (Tenor, Lead, Baritone, Bass) to facilitate
or call John Higgins on 01444 482183.
To advertise call 01403 588618 or visit www.midsussexhandbook.co.uk HAYWARDS HEATH Pages
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