Shir Madness is excited to announce their partnership in March 2012 with the Australian Jewish Choral Festival (AJCF). Presented by Jewish Arts Inc., this inaugural event will take place at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music. It is modeled partly on the North American Jewish Choral Festival, now in its 22^nd year, where many Jewish singers come together annually to learn about, sing and celebrate Jewish choral music. It also draws elements from the excellent vocal ensemble workshops at Smith College, Massachusetts, presented by the acclaimed 6-voice New York a cappella vocal ensemble, the Western Wind. Jewish Arts has really pulled one out of the hat by successfully engaging this fine group to travel to Australia next year as the teaching faculty for the festival.

The AJCF program will take place in the week leading up to Shir Madness:

Sat 17             Opening Night Concert – for the public - by the Western Wind at the Verbruggen Hall, Sydney Conservatorium

Sun 18            Full day workshop program – lots of ensemble singing at all skill levels, with expert, supportive feedback from the faculty

Wed 21           Evening workshop program, further refining of repertoire

Sun 25            Performance of the AJCF Choir at Shir Madness, Bondi Pavilion

This unique festival event is a must for singers - come and enjoy an inspiring Jewish communal singing experience! Early Bird registration opens in November …. watch this space for news and information.

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