Upper Hunter Voices is a children’s community choir with voices drawn exclusively from The Upper Hunter and comprises of young people between the ages of 6 and 12. Upper Hunter Voices is a children’s community choir with voices drawn exclusively from The Upper Hunter Region, including those of Muswellbrook and Upper Hunter Shires. Upper Hunter Voices comprises of young people between the ages of 6
and 12, with a keen interest in singing. Singers are provided with performance opportunities and access to professional training and musical skills development. Being a member of a choir enriches our social lives and educational development and builds long-lasting memories and friendships. Choristers blend their voices with each other, learn together, share music experiences, sing in harmony and most importantly bring joy to others with their performances. Choral singing develops social skills and empathy as well as many physical and mental skills such as heightened aural and physical awareness, articulation, imagination and engagement in history, language and stories. Specialist Choral Director
Upper Hunter Voices is led by a highly experienced, specialist choral director, working with the choir to develop children’s choral skills and musical repertoire across diverse genres, cultures, and periods, as well as rehearsing them to perform at civic and community events and concerts. Musical Talent and Equity Scholarships
Those children who are part of Upper Hunter Voices will also have an opportunity for a full Scholarship at Richard Gill School (an independent school with a musical focus). Two scholarships each year for the duration of the primary education of the student will be offered, providing opportunities for students from diverse backgrounds with demonstrated talent and aspirations who may not otherwise be able. Performance Opportunities
Upper Hunter Voices train and rehearse to perform at civic and community events, local festivals, and scheduled concerts. Vision
To be a regionally significant community-based children’s choir that gives voice to the children of the Upper Hunter in all its diversity, while providing inclusive musical and scholastic experiences and skills development. Values
> Excellence Always
> Safety and Inclusion
> Community
