Birralee Singers
"As a professional musician, I have been on a mission to seek out the highest quality music
education programs for my son. As far a choral programs go in Brisbane, Voices of Birralee
are the gold standard in my eyes.
My son has enjoyed over 5 years singing and growing with the training choir of Voices of Birralee
and has developed a deep love of singing and music. The educators that my son learns from are
not only the highest quality choral pedagogues in the industry, they are also kind, patient,
and understanding of my son's unique needs.
My highest recommendations go to Voices of Birralee for anyone considering
choral education for their children."
Who are they?
The Birralee Singers are an exciting and disciplined children's ensemble made up of keen young musicians who love to sing. They range in age from 10 – 13 years (drawn from years five to seven) and participate enthusiastically in local, regional and national events.
They sing a wide range of music styles and languages from various parts of the world, but most of all, love celebrating their Aussie heritage by singing new Australian music.
Highlights of the Birralee Singers program includes performing at a number of Brisbane events, both managed by Voices of Birralee and externally, along with touring every second year.
"A well trained ear...a well trained intelligence...a well trained heart...a well trained hand,"
- Zoltan Kodaly
The Birralee Singers performing at Voices of Birralee's, 2023 Birralee Celebrates concert (image: PhotoCo)
When do they rehearse?
The Birralee Singers rehearse in three locations across Brisbane and come together twice a term for rehearsals and for any performances.
Birralee Southside Monday 4.00 - 5.15pm Carindale Salvation Army Church, 202 Gallipoli Rd, Carina
Birralee Bardon Tuesday 4.00 - 5.15pm Birralee HQ, 57 Carwoola St, Bardon
Birralee Northside Saturday 3.00 - 4.15pm Ascot State School Hall, Massey St, Ascot
Choristers attend one of these rehearsals each week. Rehearsals occur during school term time.
Choir Staff
Artistic Team
Conductors: Jenny Moon & Paul Holley OAM
Accompanist: Carl Bundesen (Tuesday) Jerica Lau (Saturday)
Training Choir Administration Jemma West
Volunteer Team
Choir Managers: Cat Tupperainen (Tuesday)
Music Assistants: Isabel Matthews (Saturday)
Highlights
| Britten War Requium, QPAC, Brisbane | 2023 |
| QSO's The Lost Thing, QPAC, Brisbane | 2023 |
| The Wizard of Qz, QPAC, Brisbane | 2023 |
| Regional Tour - Stanthorpe, Warwick, Tenterfield | 2022 |
| Queensland in Song | 2022 |
| Culture of Peace Concert, Roma Street Parklands, Brisbane | 2021 |
| Western Australia Tour | 2019 |
| Voices of Birralee's Poppies & Poems, QPAC, Brisbane | 2018 |
| Australian Seeds Congress, Brisbane | 2018 |
| Cupcake & Cushion Concert | 2018 |
| Queensland Symphony Orchestra's Bizet's Carmen In Concert | 2017 |
| South Bank Christmas Village | 2017 |
| Tasmanian Tour, performing with the Friends School, Hobart | 2017 |
| Voices from the Trenches, Concert One, Brisbane | 2017 |
| Lord Mayor's Lighting of the Christmas Tree, Brisbane | 2016 |
| Sings & Strings Concert (with Western Suburbs String Orchestra) | 2016 |
| Youth Encounter Tour, Sydney & Newcastle | 2013 |
| Queensland Day Centenary Celebrations, Government House | 2013 |
| KMEIA National Conference, Adelaide | 2012 |
| International Archives Congress | 2012 |
| Next Generation Sings! | 2012 |
| Brisbane Raise Your Voices Festival | 2012 |
CDs | |
| Sing We Now of Christmas | 2012 |
How to Join
Is your child interested in becoming a Birralee Singer?
See fee information here.
Contact Us to enrol your child into the Birralee Singers or jump on to our online registration page.
Official partners of Voices of Birralee
Associate Sponsors
What's new?
Voices of Birralee acknowledges the Traditional Owners of this country and recognise their continuing connection the land, water and culture. In our organisation, we recognise the Turrbal and Jagera Peoples as the traditional custodians of Meanjin land. We pay our respects to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and to their Elders past, present and emerging.