Galway Choir seeks 100 individuals to find their voice
Back for their third year running, a Galway Choir is seeking 100 Voices to join them on stage for a sellout show at the Town Hall Theatre – in what will be their biggest and more empowering event yet.
Commencing on September 4, the RISE Choir is offering ordinary individuals an extraordinary opportunity to find their voice and perform at one of Galway's most prestigious venues by participating in what they call the Rise Experience.
Over twelve weeks, voice coach Dr Caren Hession will teach interested participants the musical arrangements and vocal harmonies for three powerhouse songs, whilst taking them on a journey of courage, connection and community spirit, with eight weeks taking place before the Christmas period and the remaining four after.
As well as the huge benefits choral singing has on mental health, Rise Choir has a particular focus on helping individuals find their voice. physically and metaphorically.
“On the outside it looks like a group of people having a lot of fun singing three big numbers in a safe and supportive environment but on the inside it's also about being heard, being seen, and feeling connected and supported as we navigate our own obstacles in life, something that's often missing in today's society,” a spokesperson for the group said.
Following the sellout success of last years' live performance which saw over 120 singers perform with a full house band as part of the Born To Rise Showcase, the choir who recently raised €1,200 for children in Gaza.
They are seeking voices of all levels and abilities to join them on September 4 as they prepare for their next big performance.
“Our aim for this event is to create a greater awareness of the importance of having a voice and using that voice to make a positive change in your life and your community'. said Dr Caren Hession.
This experience is all part of the Born to Rise Self-Development Programme, a two-day event aimed at helping individuals find their voice, physically and metaphorically.
For more information, visit www.carenhession.com/rise or email [email protected].
Pictured: The RISE Choir in action last year.