Calgary Children’s Choir Blog
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Growth In Singing
Since many of us start singing at quite a young age (our Music Makers program starts at 3!) We can experience a lot of growth in our time as singers. […]
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Self-Awareness In Singing
Singing is different than playing any other instrument. Because a singer’s body is their instrument, singers must make an extra effort, not just to take care of their instrument, but […]
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Welcome to 2016-2017!
Welcome to our 2016-2017 Singing Season! We are thrilled to welcome returning and new choristers to another year of wonderful music with the CCC! There are many wonderful events in […]
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Spring Concert 2016 Roundup!
Our concert took place at the Rosza Centre on Saturday, May 14, and featured the incomparable Jonathan Love as host and collaborator. Much of our music fit loosely into a […]
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Musical Professions: Audio Engineer
This is the sixth post in our series, Musical Professions, in which we will be taking a closer look at the myriad of careers available to those with a background […]
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Musical Professions: Musicologist
This is the sixth post in our series, Musical Professions, in which we will be taking a closer look at the myriad of careers available to those with a background […]
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Musical Professions: Performer
This is the fourth post in our series, Musical Professions, in which we will be taking a closer look at the myriad of careers available to those with a background […]
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Musical Professions: Music Therapy
This is the third post in our series, Musical Professions, in which we will be taking a closer look at the myriad of careers available to those with a background […]
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Musical Professions: Composer
This is the second post in our series, Musical Professions, in which we will be taking a closer look at the myriad of careers available to those with a background […]
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Musical Professions – Music Teacher
This is the first post in our newest series, Musical Professions, in which we will be taking a closer look at the myriad of careers available to those with a […]
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Studying Music At University
Many of our choristers have gone on to study music, or arts related programs at University, and there are a variety of different career paths you can take to make […]
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3 Ways In Which Music Makes You a Better Problem-Solver
Music has untold benefits for those who study it, and one of those great benefits is the ability to solve problems in creative and unique ways: #1. Perspective Shift: Music, […]
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Choir As Refuge
Choir has been touted as an excellent way to form and engage in community, but it can be even more important than that, particularly for young people. Choir is often […]
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The Music of Karl Jenkins – Concert Roundup!
What was the highlight of Saturday night’s concert? Was it seeing Brent Van Dusen, Rob Maciak, and Bob Fenske cover six percussion parts between the three of them – often […]
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3 Ways In Which Singing Makes Your More Empathetic
Singing helps to hone many important characteristics. One of those essential traits is empathy. Here are three ways in which singing can make you more empathetic: #1. Listening: Singers need […]
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The Benefits of Sight Singing
Sight-singing means taking a piece you’ve never seen, or heard before, and singing your way through it, or a section of it. This can be an intimidating process, but it […]
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Winter Retreat 2016!
Our second Winter Choir camp retreat was a lot of fun, thanks to the caring leadership of chaperones, hard-working and enthusiastic kids, and great weather! We spent much of the […]
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Choir As Community
There have been many studies in recent years that describe the physical and psychological benefits of singing. Choral music is unique in that it combine the benefits of singing, with […]
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The Value of Singing Acapella
The term acapella refers to singing without any accompaniment by instruments. The word is Italian, and means, ‘of the chapel’. It refers to early sacred music, when instrumentation was not […]
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5 Ways In Which Singing Makes You Happier
#1. Endorphins: Singing releases the same chemicals in your brain that exercise does. These chemicals, called endorphins are responsible for positive feelings. The more one sings, the more our brain […]
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Welcome To 2016!
We’re very excited to begin the second half of our 2016 singing season! Coming up on February 27th, 2016, we have a very special mass choir and orchestral performance. We […]
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Music At Celebrations
Music is a valuable element in many aspects of our lives. We’ve discussed music at sporting events before. Celebrations are another aspect of our lives at which music is an […]
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A Child’s Carol 2015 – Concert Roundup!
I think that even more important than singing well, is the camaraderie and sense of ensemble that our choristers bring to every rehearsal and performance event. The performing comes out […]
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Math and Science in Music: Brain Power
Music is such a wonderful pursuit for mind and body because it is not just an art form, but combines a myriad of other disciplines, including mathematics, biology, and physics. […]
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Math and Science In Music – Engineering Instruments:
Music is such a wonderful pursuit for mind and body because it is not just an art form, but combines a myriad of other disciplines, including mathematics, biology, and physics. […]