The Cayman National Choir is one of the territory’s treasured assets. Over the years, it’s performed with some world-famous musicians and become a part of the very fabric of the Cayman Islands.
And best of all, it’s open to everyone, says conductor Sue Horrocks.
“Anyone can join who enjoys singing – this is a community choir and there is no audition to join,” she tells us.
“An enthusiasm for singing and a willingness to learn are all that is needed and if you read music that is obviously hugely helpful, but not imperative.”
Basically, chaps, if you’re a fan of karaoke (and who isn’t?) and/or singing in the shower then it’s well worth giving it a bash.
As well as being musically-satisfying, there are plenty of well-known reasons to get out there and do some music with other people.
“Just come along with a smile on your face – it is a great way to stave – no pun intended – off Monday evening lethargy and beginning of the week blues. It is something of a workout and the oxygen to the brain from the vocal workout gives you energy you don’t realise you had – sitting on the sofa and saying you are too tired makes it worse.
“Once you get out of the door, by the end of a rehearsal you leave exhilarated, refreshed and it is a form of therapy as you leave the cares of life behind you – that’s the power of music,” she beams.
Moments, creation, talent
Weekender has been in a fair few bands, ensembles and even choirs over the years and ya know, she’s absolutely right.
Performing music with other people is something quite special – sharing in the creation of a moment, and in the moment of creation. It’s probably easier to do than describe, to be fair.
There are many cool gigs coming up as well, explains the talented and energetic musical force.
“We have a busy Christmas season already taking shape, so we would love a full choir of at least 50 or more to sing at the community Christmas events around the island as well as our traditional two-evening Christmas Carol Concert at Elmslie.
“We also have exciting plans to sing with the renowned conductor and composer Ron Corp and his choir from London who will come out to join the Cayman National Choir and Orchestra to sing Mozart Requiem next March,” Sue tells us. Now there’s a motivation eh?
Everyone is welcome, she reiterates, particularly male voices to join the choir – if you needed any more motivation guys there are more women there than men at the moment. Word to the wise!
Newly set up are a Facebook page for the choir (and the National Orchestra) where news and developments are updated and there’s also a website, which makes it even easier to get in touch.
So make a date of it, every Monday starting from 10 September at Cayman Prep Primary School Hall on Smith Road.
For more info please e-mail Sue at [email protected]
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