Join in choir’s Christmas carols

In the mood for some festive cheer?

Then join the Island Harmony Choir who will be performing a Christmas program at St John’s Church in Cowes at 2pm on Sunday, December 4.

“There will be lots of carols, some old familiar songs and some you may not have heard before,” choir member Terry Norquay said.

“There will also be musical items and some comedy pieces performed by members of the choir, and a chance for you to join us in some of the carols.”

Terry said the audience can meet members of the choir over afternoon tea.

“And take this opportunity to find out more information if you think you might like to join our happy group next year.

“We are a four-part harmony choir and would welcome new singers to join our ranks.”

There are no auditions and members are not required to read music “but it helps”.

“Especially if people are familiar with four-part harmony singing for soprano, alto, tenor and bass.”

She says the choir performs all styles of music from classic to folk, opera to gospel and “ballads to the Beatles”.

“We are prepared to challenge ourselves with new music all the time.”

The group draws members mainly from Phillip Island and as far as Tooradin, is generally for 50+ age, but is open to anyone, “we always need more men”.

Aside from rehearsals and concerts, they also perform to aged care homes around the island.

Details: www.islandharmonychoir.au