Sussex A Cappella

NAME CHANGE SUCCESS

After it launched a new chorus for female voices – Sussex A Cappella - in early 2018, The Sussex Harmonisers club needed to rename its malevoice 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 accompaniment), in four-part harmony, mainly in the barbershop style. It has fun at weekly rehearsals and lovesproviding entertainment at events such as parties anddinners. It hosts an annual show with five rehearsals followed by a concert at St John’s Church in Burgess Hill.

Both of the club’s friendly choruses are based in Burgess Hill and are always on the lookout for new members so get in touch if you want to know more. The men of Sussex Kings of Harmony rehearse on Tuesday evenings at St Paul’s College, RH15 8GA whilst

the ladies of Sussex A Cappella rehearse on Mondays at The King’s Centre, RH15 9LR.

Experience is not necessary and you don’t need to read music because recorded teach tracks are used to help with the learning process. Taster sessions are held at the first rehearsal every month so you are welcome to have a go and find out how making music can be so enjoyable. Visit www.sussexharmonisers.org.uk or email info@sussexkings.org.uk for more information about how to sing with the choruses or hire them for your event. You can also find the groups on Facebook and Twitter.

SINGING COURSE FOR MEN

Ever 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 any style.

You will learn a song within the group, which makes it less daunting. And, very importantly, you do not have to be able to read music. The chorus provides high quality digital learning tracks that are separated into the 4 parts (Tenor, Lead, Baritone, Bass) to facilitate

easy learning of the song. As well, we have an excellent music team and experienced members ready to teach and support all members of the chorus. So don't be shy, come out and give it a try! You may just find an exciting and fun thing to add to your week. So book your place by contacting: vocalfusionacapella@gmail.com or call John Higgins on 01444 482183 .