SISTERS & MISTERS
Information current as at FEBRUARY 2022
CONTACT DETAILS
Irene Bennetts, Founder and Director, 0412 822 126 (AH + BH)
Choir's Email Address: sistersandmistersofsong@gmail.com
Choir's Website: sistersandmisters.com.au
DETAILS ABOUT THE CHOIR
Vision statement / Artistic goals: To create the opportunity for people to sing, perform and spread the joy of music in a supportive social environment
Voice type: SATB
Choir performs: Accompanied
Year Choir formed: 2009
No. of Singing Members - Currently: 100+ (Eltham & Reservoir choirs combined) Desired: No limit
Musical Repertoire: Contempory music from the 1960’s to present day
Musical Director: Irene Bennetts
No. of years in current post: since 2009
Previous musical experience: Professional singer in Melbourne Bands for over 35 years, soloist with Melbourne Mass Gospel Choir, Director of Mass Choir performances for Regional Education Department performances
Choir's past collaborations with other musical groups: Tasmanian Tour with Sing For Your Life Choir
JOINING REQUIREMENTS
Audition: No
Minimum Attendance policy - Rehearsals: Yes Concerts: No
Membership Fees: $75/$15 Conc for an 8 week term of rehearsals plus $25 annual membership fee
Ability to read music: Not necessary
Sight-reading ability: Not necessary
REHEARSAL ARRANGEMENTS
Av. No. of rehearsals/week: 1
Usual rehearsal night(s): Fortnightly rehearsals: Monday (Eltham choir); Thursday (Reservoir choir)
Suburb: Eltham and Reservoir
Rehearsal venue: Our Lady Help of Christians Catholic Church; Reservoir West Primary School
Off-street parking: Yes
PERFORMANCES
Performance Apparel: Black with a splash of Red
Av. No. of Concert Programs/year: 15+
Av. No. of Performances/year: 15+
Sample of the Choir's past Concert Venues: Eltham Jazz Festival, Crown Palladium, Surrey Hills Music Festival
Examples of musical pieces performed: Motown Medley, Creedence Medley, Sounds of Silence, Uptown Funk
Touring: Yes - Melbourne Metro Area/Regional Victoria/Interstate/Overseas
CHOIR'S ADMINISTRATION
Administration / Governance arrangements for the Choir: The Choir is run by the Director
Types of Committees: Social, Charity Fundraising
MUSIC LIBRARY
Own collection of music scores: No
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