Certified qualifications in music: yes or no?

Certified qualifications in music: yes or no?

As a youngster my understanding was that the proof of learning an instrument was that you took your grades and gained qualifications. Grade eight was the mystical and far-flung goal to which we all aspired… the accolade which signalled not only success but...
Malvern Link Youth Choir to sing for Easter Sunday

Malvern Link Youth Choir to sing for Easter Sunday

We had our last rehearsal yesterday in preparation for Easter Sunday. Come and hear us at St Matthias in the 9:45 service on the 17th. The children are so excited. They sang beautifully this evening. Several are preparing solos and duets! Some will also be awarded...
Sing for the Ukraine Crisis Appeal

Sing for the Ukraine Crisis Appeal

Choral day for ages 8-18 followed by concert 3-4 pm. Saturday April 23rd 2022 at St. Matthias Church, Church Road, Malvern Link WR14 1LX 10am – 4pm Book your child’s place on the choral day via the contact form on the Malvern Link Youth Choir page. Attend the...
Why Kodàly? 

Why Kodàly? 

As a qualified school teacher with music skills I was often called upon to run the school choir, lead singing assemblies, and of course manage the nativity performance. Latterly I was also asked to teach music as a curriculum subject due to the lack of musical...
Coughs and Colds

Coughs and Colds

Minor ailments can be a real problem…. Two of my private singing students are taking a week off this week with either Covid 19 or with a common cold, the week before I had one person miss a lesson, and the week before three. As I emailed over advice as to how to look...