Andrew started singing as a boy in the local church choir, and then won a scholarship to sing in Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Oxford.[UK] He sung there till the age of 13.
He started directing A Cappella Choirs [voice only] in 1996 in the Byron Bay area, and moved to the Noosa area at the end of 2005.
He directs four A Cappella choirs, three popular and one classical.
Andrew has made over 200 A Cappella arrangements of popular songs. Most in four part harmony, some with solo parts also.
He also arranges some of the music for the classical choir.
Singing in a choir requires commitment and practice, but the benefits are: Lots of fun, meeting new people, keeping your brain going!, physically good for you, spiritual awareness, and more!
All of the music in the choirs which Andrew directs is available as computer files to help singers learn their parts.

Click Here for details about Andrew’s 4 choirs and how to contact him

Relaxation Centre – 15 South Pine Rd Alderley

The theme for this workshop is Play!  All too often we take ourselves too seriously, so in this playshop you will learn to play with your voices and to have fun, without fear or expectation of what sounds come out of your mouth!  If you love to sing, or if you dearly want to be able to sing, or just to be able to speak with confidence, then this will help you to get there. No experience is necessary and people who believe they can’t sing are especially encouraged to come along and enjoy the fun.

Your investment is $35 for this wonderful event.  Ph 3856 3733 to book in.

Making Music, Being Well week; Choirs looking for new members; loads of workshop opportunities; festivals; and Central Australian experience with Tony Backhouse.

Click on this link to download Sounds of Singchronicity May 10 and enjoy!

2  1/2 Day ‘Live In’ Intensive @ Gayatri Retreat,

Sunshine Coast

Friday 23th April 4 PM -  Sunday 25th April 4PM

Workshop times: 9.00am – 8.30pm each day

Brian will be back in Oz for a short time and due to many requests, is offering this 2 1/2 Day Live in intensive’ workshop while on the Sunshine Coast and before he returns to Japan!
Come and join him at the beautiful ‘Gayatri Retreat’ situated in the picturesque Sunshine Coast hinterland surrounded by natural rain forest near Cedar Pocket Dam.
This workshop will fill up fast so if you would like to attend please email us asap to secure your place as spaces are limited!!!

Who can attend the Harmony Leader Training Workshop?

Ideal for teachers, choirmasters, group facilitators and those who find themselves teaching others in any musical capacity or who wish to! This workshop is a must for you to hone your skills or learn more about creating harmony in your community. So whether you are a seasoned conductor or a enthusiastic beginner this workshop will support whatever level you are at and is loads of fun too !!
The only pre-requisite is that you can hold your own part.

Where: Gayatri Retreat, Cedar Pocket, Sunshine Coast, Australia   www.friendsofgayatri.org

Fees Include: 5 full days Tuition and Facilitator Manual/5 nights shared accommodation/All meals (including morning/arvo teas!) and more!!!

Deposit by:                15 March 2010    $  200.00

Live In Price:                       $ 750.00

(daily rate (non live in) available on request -  please enquire.)

Bookings essential:

ONLY 8 PLACES AVAILABLE

So if you are wanting to attend please contact info@brianmartin.com.au ASAP

They will not necessarily fit with “my style” of music, but will be posted here for you as a service to promote opportunities for people to participate in music creation, because when we make music of any kind, our hearts sing!

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Please note that depending upon how your event fits, what is happening in our lives at the time, and how far ahead your event is, there is no guarantee or commitment that it will be posted.

This is a free service because we are committed to spreading joy through sound and song.

Sunday 8 November 9AM to 5PM

Advancetown, Gold Coast (not far inland from Nerang)

This will be a small group workshop in an intimate setting at the Sanctuary Chapel in Advancetown, Gold Coast.

Treat yourself to a very special day in a most delightful setting.

Our venue is a delightful chapel with glass walls so you can enjoy the magic of the rainforest and the Gold Coast Hinterland.

I will take you on a journey to promote self-love through the use of sound, song and rhythm.  This is a perfect environment to allow yourself to tune out of the hustle and bustle and to tune in to your heartsong.

Your investment is $95 for the whole day, including morning and afternoon teas and a sumptuous vegetarian lunch.

As numbers are limited by the size of the venue and my intention to keep this as an intimate gathering, prior bookings and payment are required to secure your place.

Please call 0413 383 159 to secure your place now.

Live in Brisbane or Gold Coast?

Join “Freedom Train” – Community Choir

@ Woodlands, Waterford – halfway between Brisbane & the Gold Coast
NO AUDITIONS REQUIRED
* Develop your voice * Open to all levels of vocal ability *
* Fun, relaxed group environment * Wide variety of material *
* Ability to read music not necessary *
* Enjoy the gentle & inspiring guidance of experienced vocalists and musicians
For more info please contact either Cath Mundy & Jay Turner: Ph 0424 127 580
email: cathjay@mundy-turner.com www.mundy-turner.com www.myspace.com/mundyturner
As I have said before….this is a great choir to play with!