• Sat 26 April 2 -3:30pm: Rolling Harmony in Shaftesbury | Singing workshop

    Rolling Harmony is delighted to be leading a singing workshop in Shaftesbury for the first time, open to all.
    Learn fun songs in four part harmony by ear and sing with Rolling Harmony.

    “Absolutely fantastic! Skilled tutors, beautiful music and such fun”

    Rolling Harmony is known locally for popular performances at Shaftesbury Fringe. The group features well-known local bass, Ed Bersey and alto, Julia Williams, both of whom sing with Shaftesbury's Palida choir. Rolling Harmony has performed to capacity audiences across the South West, including Bath Abbey, Halsway Manor (National Centre for English Folk Arts) and Marazion in the far West of Cornwall.

    Review of Rolling Harmony workshop and concert March 2024

    Rolling Harmony will also be performing an early evening concert in St Leonard's Church in the beautiful village of Semley, four miles north east of Shaftesbury. 

    Join us for the workshop, the concert, or treat yourself to both.

    2 – 3:30pm Singing workshop with Rolling Harmony SHAFTESBURY TOWN HALL SP7 8LY

    6:30 - 7:30pm Rolling Harmony concert ST LEONARD'S CHURCH, SEMLEY SP7 9AU 
    6pm Doors open for drinks

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    Sat 26 April 6:30pm: Rolling Harmony in Semley | Concert

    Rolling Harmony is delighted to be performing in Semley for the first time. 

    Come and hear close harmony singing, contemporary choral music, traditional American folk, jazz standards and spirituals in the intimate setting of St Leonard's Church.

    “An exquisite blend of voices and rich harmonies.”
    “Beautiful repertoire, fabulous voices… loved it”
    “Amazing… sublime”

    Rolling Harmony is known locally for popular performances at Shaftesbury Fringe. The group features well-known local bass from Semley, Ed Bersey and alto, Julia Williams, both of whom sing with Shaftesbury's Palida choir. Rolling Harmony has performed across the South West, including Bath Abbey, Halsway Manor (National Centre for English Folk Arts), Calstock Arts, and Marazion in the far West of Cornwall.

    Doors open 6pm for drinks

    Concert 6:30 - 7:30pm

    TICKETS £15

    Love to sing? Join us also for a singing workshop in Shaftesbury Town Hall in the afternoon.
    Learn fun songs four part harmony, taught by ear by skilled tutors, and sing with Rolling Harmony.

    “Fabulous time… never thought we could learn so much so quickly”
    “Absolutely fantastic! Skilled tutors, beautiful music and such fun”

    2 - 3:30pm Singing workshop with Rolling Harmony Shaftesbury Town Hall

    Singing workshop TICKETS £15

    Combined singing workshop & concert TICKETS £25

     

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    Sat 7 June: Rolling Harmony | Kana Kernow singing workshop & concert

    Following collaborations over several years between Jane Harris and Pip Wright, Cornish choir leader, Rolling Harmony is delighted to be heading to West Cornwall again this June for a workshop and concert with Kana Kernow, following their popular visit last year.

    “An exquisite blend of voices and rich harmonies"

    Rolling Harmony is a vocal ensemble from the South West of England fusing a unique blend of artistic and vocal experience. Come and hear everything from lively folk and Gospel harmonies to the profound peace of an African American spiritual. Songs with sparkling texts, tight rhythms and thrilling harmonies… there’s something for everyone.

    Comments from concert audiences:

    “Amazing – brilliant”
    “    A wonderful, uplifting experience”
    “    Wonderful singing… loved the precision”
    “    Stunning”

    Rolling Harmony singing workshops - “Absolutely fantastic! Skilled tutors, beautiful music and such fun” - are led jointly by choir leaders Jane Harris and Claire Stronach with Rolling Harmony singers supporting each part. Their workshops are known for their fun, variety, challenge and give singers confidence to create satisfying harmonies. They are hugely enjoyable and appeal to a wide range of singers. Comments from previous workshop participants:

    “Fabulous time… never thought we could learn so much so quickly”
    “    Great to have Rolling Harmony singers leading the different voice parts”
    “    Amazing experience”

    10am - 1pm | Singing workshop (led by Jane Harris, Claire Stronach and Clara Atkins with all Rolling Harmony singers

    7:30 - 9:30pm | Rolling Harmony concert
    with informal interval bar in aid of St Petroc's work to end homelessness in Cornwall.

    It is possible to book for either or both:

    • A combined ticket for workshops and concert (£32)
    • A ticket for just the workshop (£24)
    • A ticket for just the concert (£12)
    • There are a limited number of half-price bursary places for all of the above (1st come, 1st served)
    • Free Under 18 concert tickets (NB under 18s must be accompanied by an adult

    Kana Kernow (Singing Cornwall) workshops are relaxed and friendly - all singers are welcome whether or not they sing in a choir or read music. 

    Marazion Community Centre has plenty of parking and good access.

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    Sat 4 Oct: Moira Smiley from the US in Bath | Singing workshop | Rhizome concert with Rolling Harmony

    We are thrilled to host Moira Smiley from the US for the first time in Bath.

    This is a fabulous opportunity to sing with Moira in a rare UK singing workshop. Moira’s original compositions, choral arrangements, and folk music are being sung by millions of voices around the world today.

    “An impeccable musician, gracious, collaborative, kind and open”

    In a special collaboration, the evening concert will feature songs from Moira's Rhizome Project album, performed with a string quartet and Rolling Harmony vocal ensemble.

    https://youtu.be/RiBSDsVDQU0?si=e1oW2U6GdPSInpwF

    2:30 – 5:30pm Singing workshop with Moira Smiley

    7:30 - 9:30pm Moira Smiley, Rhizome Quartet and Rolling Harmony in concert
    Doors open 7pm

    There are many great places to eat between the workshop and concert, within a few minutes walk.

    MAP

    Parking The closest long stay car parks are Charlotte Street and The Podium.

    BOOKING OPENS NEARER THE TIME

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    Sat 22 Nov: Rolling Harmony in Derby | Singing workshop & concert

    Rolling Harmony is delighted to be coming to Derby for the first time to lead a singing workshop and to give a concert, invited by three local choirs -  Rise and Sing, Rough Truffles and Kaleidescope Community Choir.

    Rolling Harmony is a vocal ensemble from the South West of England fusing a unique blend of artistic and vocal experience. We sing a diverse programme of music, rooted in English and American harmony singing traditions. We thrive on performing songs with sparkling texts, tight rhythms and thrilling harmonies. Rolling Harmony performs regularly to capacity audiences including Bath Abbey, Halsway Manor, Shaftesbury Fringe and in the far west of Cornwall. 

    “An exquisite blend of voices and rich harmonies.”
    “Wonderful… truly wonderful”
    “Amazing… sublime”

    Rolling Harmony singing workshops are full of variety, fun and harmony, open to all and enjoyed by a wide range of singers. Singing workshops are led by Jane Harris and Claire Stronach with Rolling Harmony singers supporting each vocal part, providing a rewarding experience for workshop participants.

    Review of Rolling Harmony workshop and concert March 2024

    2:30 – 5:30pm Singing workshop with Rolling Harmony 
    Sing with us… heart-lifting songs led by Jane Harris, Claire Stronach and members of Rolling Harmony

    7:30 - 9:20pm Rolling Harmony concert | Doors open 7pm

    Broadway Baptist Church, 166 Broadway, Darley Abbey, Derby DE22 1BP

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