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Broadwater Rotary Traditional Christmas Markets Dec 20133
From Sanctuary Cove to the new Broadwater Parklands where the traditional Christmas Markets were just starting. With crowds gathering to spend the evening in the parklands, the chorus wandered through the markets spreading Christmas cheer to all. It was especially rewarding to sing for the appreciative audience, particularly the children.
From Sanctuary Cove to the new Broadwater Parklands where the traditional Christmas Markets were just starting. With crowds gathering to spend the evening in the parklands, the chorus wandered through the markets spreading Christmas cheer to all. It was especially rewarding to sing for the appreciative audience, particularly the children.
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Sanctuary Cove Christmas Carnival 21 Dec 2013
From Oxenford to Sanctuary Cove, time for a quick iced coffee from George's Restaurant at Sanctuary Cove before heading over to the Village Theatre to sing to the exiting audience form the magic show. What a surprise for them to come out into the bright sunshine to be greeted with ‘snowy' Christmas songs. The chorus then took to the streets around Sanctuary Cove to sing to shoppers and restaurant goers.
From Oxenford to Sanctuary Cove, time for a quick iced coffee from George's Restaurant at Sanctuary Cove before heading over to the Village Theatre to sing to the exiting audience form the magic show. What a surprise for them to come out into the bright sunshine to be greeted with ‘snowy' Christmas songs. The chorus then took to the streets around Sanctuary Cove to sing to shoppers and restaurant goers.
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Bunnings Oxenford Christmas 2013
With the car park already full at 10:30 parking was at a premium when the members arrived ready to sing for Bunnings Oxenford Christmas shoppers. Wondering though the store singing a variety of Christmas songs old and new, with shoppers tapping toes and singing along, the Christmas cheer was well and truly spread. Wishing all of Bunnings Oxenford customers and staff a Happy Holiday season.
With the car park already full at 10:30 parking was at a premium when the members arrived ready to sing for Bunnings Oxenford Christmas shoppers. Wondering though the store singing a variety of Christmas songs old and new, with shoppers tapping toes and singing along, the Christmas cheer was well and truly spread. Wishing all of Bunnings Oxenford customers and staff a Happy Holiday season.
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Cancer Council - Prostae Cancer Fundraiser with Miner Chords
With Miner Chords Chorus and High Altitude Harmony Chorus, the blokes from Sound Connection Chorus presented an entertaining evening at the old Courthouse in Ipswich. The event was to raise funds for much needed research for Prostate Cancer with almost $1000.00 being added to the coffers. Sound Connection was delighted to be asked to support their brother chorus at Ipswich. The concert started with all three choruses presenting the traditional melody ‘The Old Songs', sung by barbershop choruses around the world at the beginning of each rehearsal. Singing to a packed house Sound Connection ended the concert with their favourite song ‘the Impossible Dream' ably directed by Drew Carolan
With Miner Chords Chorus and High Altitude Harmony Chorus, the blokes from Sound Connection Chorus presented an entertaining evening at the old Courthouse in Ipswich. The event was to raise funds for much needed research for Prostate Cancer with almost $1000.00 being added to the coffers. Sound Connection was delighted to be asked to support their brother chorus at Ipswich. The concert started with all three choruses presenting the traditional melody ‘The Old Songs', sung by barbershop choruses around the world at the beginning of each rehearsal. Singing to a packed house Sound Connection ended the concert with their favourite song ‘the Impossible Dream' ably directed by Drew Carolan
BHA National Competition Perth Oct 10-12 2013
Some candid and rehearsal pics from the BHA national competition in Perth, Oct2013.
Some candid and rehearsal pics from the BHA national competition in Perth, Oct2013.
Winter Retreat Aug 2013
The chorus held their winter retreat at Lake Perseverance near Crows Nest (Qld). The first weekend in August started off chilly, but by the end of the weekend everyone was warm and enthusiastic about the hints and skills passed on by master coach Darrin Drown.
The chorus held their winter retreat at Lake Perseverance near Crows Nest (Qld). The first weekend in August started off chilly, but by the end of the weekend everyone was warm and enthusiastic about the hints and skills passed on by master coach Darrin Drown.
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Aug 2014 Pan Pacific Convention NZ
Sound Connection was awarded the bronze medal in the hotly contested Pan Pacific open barbershop chorus competition held last weekend in Wellington NZ. Competing against 22 other international, local and regional choruses, including some from the Gold Coast, Redlands, Toowoomba and Brisbane, Sound Connection was proud to come away as the highest scoring Australian chorus.
Sound Connection was awarded the bronze medal in the hotly contested Pan Pacific open barbershop chorus competition held last weekend in Wellington NZ. Competing against 22 other international, local and regional choruses, including some from the Gold Coast, Redlands, Toowoomba and Brisbane, Sound Connection was proud to come away as the highest scoring Australian chorus.
2013 April Sunshine Region BHA Competition
After many weeks of focused singing and choreography practise, the Sound Connection chorus were absolutely delighted with their first place result at the Barbershop Harmony Australia (BHA) Sunshine Region competition at Toowoomba on the weekend of 27th and 28th April 2013. After braving the one hour plus delays on the Toowoomba range on the Friday night the chorus joined with other BHA choruses from the region early on Saturday morning, in a massed sing at Alford Place in the city centre. (site of the 2011 flash flooding through the centre of Toowoomba). The delegates then gathered at Downlands College to compete in the annual Sunshine Region(Qld) BHA competition. They were hoping to make it two in a row after winning in 2011 after just three months of singing together as a chorus. The chorus would like to congratulate all of the competitors and thank the organisers for such a successful weekend of singing, friendship and camaraderie.
After many weeks of focused singing and choreography practise, the Sound Connection chorus were absolutely delighted with their first place result at the Barbershop Harmony Australia (BHA) Sunshine Region competition at Toowoomba on the weekend of 27th and 28th April 2013. After braving the one hour plus delays on the Toowoomba range on the Friday night the chorus joined with other BHA choruses from the region early on Saturday morning, in a massed sing at Alford Place in the city centre. (site of the 2011 flash flooding through the centre of Toowoomba). The delegates then gathered at Downlands College to compete in the annual Sunshine Region(Qld) BHA competition. They were hoping to make it two in a row after winning in 2011 after just three months of singing together as a chorus. The chorus would like to congratulate all of the competitors and thank the organisers for such a successful weekend of singing, friendship and camaraderie.
2012 Dec. Vocal Vibes Concert with Ringmasters
What an absolute buzz to share the stage with world champions, Ringmasters Quartet from Sweden, as they presented their unique brand of dazzling a cappella harmony in the last of their three Australian appearances.
What an absolute buzz to share the stage with world champions, Ringmasters Quartet from Sweden, as they presented their unique brand of dazzling a cappella harmony in the last of their three Australian appearances.
2012 Countdown to Christmas Concert 23-24 Nov.
Our first joint show with Vocalescence, held at the Village Theatre, Sanctuary Cove. Enjoyed by almost 300 audience members, the highlight was undoublty the opening act of Tiny Tenors singing 'Christmas is Coming' sung as a 'round'. And there were very few dry eyes after the finale of 'Let There be Peace on Earth', sung by the entire cast (along with their loved ones) as they surrounded the audience.
Our first joint show with Vocalescence, held at the Village Theatre, Sanctuary Cove. Enjoyed by almost 300 audience members, the highlight was undoublty the opening act of Tiny Tenors singing 'Christmas is Coming' sung as a 'round'. And there were very few dry eyes after the finale of 'Let There be Peace on Earth', sung by the entire cast (along with their loved ones) as they surrounded the audience.
2012 Livingstone College Spring Fair
Our second charity peformance and third public performance. With stand-in MDs Sam Smith and Paul Roussell, we were very pleased to perform for the family and friends of the Livingstone College. Even with the sun shining directly into our eyes, so all we could see of the MDs was shadow, we managed to present a polished package to resounding applause.
Our second charity peformance and third public performance. With stand-in MDs Sam Smith and Paul Roussell, we were very pleased to perform for the family and friends of the Livingstone College. Even with the sun shining directly into our eyes, so all we could see of the MDs was shadow, we managed to present a polished package to resounding applause.
2012 SingFest
Photos from our first competition - the 2012 SingFest festival, in which we won both the Open Choir comp and the Barbershop comp
Photos from our first competition - the 2012 SingFest festival, in which we won both the Open Choir comp and the Barbershop comp
2012 Cancer Benefit Gig
Our first-ever gig, and a chance to strut our stuff in front of an audience for the first time. We had a great time, and got a great reception - a sign of good things to come!
Our first-ever gig, and a chance to strut our stuff in front of an audience for the first time. We had a great time, and got a great reception - a sign of good things to come!
Rehearsals
Snaps from our various rehearsals...
Snaps from our various rehearsals...
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