Voices of Birralee is delighted to announce its 2021 season of activities* – there is a Birralee produced event for everyone!
Harmony Week Open Rehearsals – 17-20 March
We welcome all primary school aged children to participate in our Harmony Week open rehearsals at either our Bardon premises or at Ascot State School. They will be fun afternoons of singing and harmony – giving everyone a glimpse into a live rehearsal and to experience how the Birralee training process begins.
Harmony Week Open Rehearsal Schedule at a Glance
Birralee Piccolos Ages 5-7 (Grades prep – 1) | Birralee Kids Ages 7- 9 (Grades 2 – 4) | Birralee Singers Ages 10-13 (Grades 5 – 7) |
Wed 17 March @ 4:00pm Birralee HQ, Bardon | Wed 17 March @ 4:00pm Birralee HQ, Bardon | Thurs 18 March @ 4:00pm Birralee HQ, Bardon |
Sat 20 March @ 12:30pm Ascot State School Hall | Sat 20 March @ 1:45pm Ascot State School Hall | Sat 20 March @ 3:00pm Ascot State School Hall |
Signature Choir Previews – 9 – 18 March
Signature Choir Previews will be available in March to allow more experienced singers a no obligation view of how a signature ensemble works and the performance opportunities available. Previews are available for Brisbane Birralee Voices (secondary schoolers), the Birralee Blokes (changed male voices) and Resonance of Birralee (young adults aged 18-35).
Signature Choir Previews Schedule at a Glance
Brisbane Birralee Voices Ages 13-17 (Grades 7-12) | Birralee Blokes Ages 13 – 25 (changed male voice) | Resonance of Birralee Ages 18 – 35 |
Tues 9 March @ 6:30pm Birralee HQ, Bardon | Thurs 11 March @ 6:30pm Birralee HQ, Bardon | Tues 9 March @ 7:00pm Brisbane Girls Grammar School |
Tues 16 March @ 6:30pm Birralee HQ, Bardon | Thurs 18 March @ 6:30pm Birralee HQ, Bardon | Tues 16 March @ 7:00pm Brisbane Girls Grammar School |
Divine - 7:45pm Friday 26 March
Voices of Birralee’s signature choirs Resonance of Birralee, the Birralee Blokes and Brisbane Birralee Voices will perform their first concert of the year in the beautiful St Stephen’s Cathedral.
Holiday Music Program – Monday 12 – Wednesday 14 April
After a COVID hiatus, Voices of Birralee is excited to announce its plans for their Holiday Music Programs. Two programs will be delivered one in the April holidays and the other in the September break. The April holiday program will focus on Vocal Techniques and an understanding of how the voice works. Guest presenters will provide an overview and then work with individuals on their voice. Due to the nature of this program, numbers will be limited.
Queensland Youth Music Awards – Wednesday 5 May – Thursday 3 June
The Queensland Youth Music Awards (QYMA) is one of the state's longest running school music competitions which celebrates the participation of over 4,000 young people in the music making process. 2021 will mark its 54th anniversary! The awards provide an environment to motivate young students to develop their musical skills by performing their art for the enjoyment of other participants and audience.
Culture of Peace Concert – 2:00pm Sunday 30 May
Voices of Birralee is delighted to present their Culture of Peace Concert featuring guest artist, Katie Noonan who will share the stage with all the Voices of Birralee ensembles. The concert will also feature a newly commissioned work from Zac Hurren to bring together all performers and the audience celebrate and remember the importance of Peace. The concert will be held at Roma Street Parklands and will be a public event for all to enjoy.
“Now more than ever PEACE is the succour our world needs and the human voice is the most primal and organic way of making sounds together. I love the idea of working with a choir of Birralee's excellence, alongside the welcoming spirit of audience participation - so that audience and artists alike can share in something profoundly special and spiritual.” Zac Hurren
Cupcake and Cushion Concert – 2:30pm Sunday 29 August
The annual Cupcake and Cushion Concert is the chance for our very young choirs, Birralee Piccolos, Birralee Kids and Birralee Singers, to shine! This concert is always a vibrant delight as these youngsters develop their performer skills as well allowing the audience to enjoy the spontaneity of the young singer.
Birralee Recycled – 6 week season
Birralee’s adult community choir will return during term 3 of 2021. This fun adult choir gives everyone the chance to sing no matter their musical training or background. The joy of the experience comes from a group of adults working together to make music. The is also a wonderful comradery between the adults as new and old friends connect.
Holiday Music Program – Monday 20 – Thursday 23 September
The September holiday program will be an enriching collaboration for all involved. Participants will have the opportunity to work with Birralee’s artist in residence.
Virtual Voices Professional Development Series – Friday 29 October
After the success of Virtual Voices in 2020, Voices of Birralee will deliver this professional development series for choral conductors, music teachers and students.
Christmas Gifts Concert – Sunday 28 November
The gift of music will be Voices of Birralee’s present to our community. As we head into the festive season, Birralee choirs will deliver a magical concert to delight people of all ages.
* FLEXIBILITY: Please note in the ever changing and evolving global climate we find ourselves in, from time to time, we may need adjust / cancel or reschedule our events to be in line with the current COVID safe guidelines of the time or other circumstances outside of our control. Please know that we will provide as much notice as possible of any changes and work with all our participants regarding any refunds due. Thank you for your understanding.