The Ashley Chorale

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What is the Ashley Chorale?

The "Ashley Chorale" is a new chamber choir (currently ten voices) formed in early 2007, meeting in and around Chesham and Amersham, Bucks.

It was started as an experiment to let singers from larger groups, such as choral societies, experience singing with just one or two voices to a part instead of being just one voice lost amid so many others.

The idea was to run just a couple of sessions, have a bit of fun, and then see what happened.

From the very first meeting in January 2007 it was obvious to all that the voices blended, were evenly balanced, and that the sound was just "right".

It was a great mix and we seemed to get on well too, so with such a start it was agreed to continue throughout 2007.

Now we are into 2008, and have met seven times since we started. Still having a great time and looking for our first engagement. Want to try us?

Where do we come from?

The singers are drawn from Premier choirs in the South Bucks area - Gaudeamus, The Consort, Berkhamsted and Chorleywood Choral Societies, The Wooburn Singers and others.

Entry is by invitation only - there is no audition!!

When numbers are a bit low through holidays or sickness we are privileged to be able to call on other singers (some professional) to help us out, and who are happy to be "in the wings" should we need them. That means we can meet on a regular basis, every 4-6 weeks, with a full complement.

Once we get established we think we may host an "Open Day" to tempt other singers who might like to experience singing with just a few voices to each part. Depends on interest. Anyone interested should be able to sight sing fairly easily, and already have some choral singing experience.

If interested, please send an Email using our Contact page.

Link directly to some related sites.

The Consort A small group, formed in 1980 with just four voices initially. Now up to ten, and in great demand with their huge repertoire and great sound. Bookings are being taken for 2008 now!

The Damon Singers This small choir sings at about 25 voices and have just celebrated their 50th anniversary. This is where the Consort began, when the four founder members first got together to sing in a competition.

The Wooburn Singers A better than average choral society. You should go and hear them.

Debra Skeen. Debra is one of our professional friends. Check her CV and you may find she can help you improve musically.

CPDL This site offers thousands of FREE scores, and all non-copyrigh too. Good music here, and with midi files.

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