GOSPEL CHOIR PROJECT
Feb
25
to May 5

GOSPEL CHOIR PROJECT

  • St Stephen's Anglican Church (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

PLAY IT FORWARD AND ST STEPHEN'S ANGLICAN CHURCH, RICHMOND ARE DELIGHTED TOCOLLABORATE IN AN EXCITING NEW GOSPEL CHOIR PROJECT - OPEN TO SINGERS OF ALLAGES, FAITHS AND CULTURAL BACKGROUNDS.  

The GOSPEL CHOIR PROJECT will be led by award winning conductor and founder of the Choir of Hard Knocks, Jonathon Welch AM over 4 Sunday rehearsals, leading to a very special service on SUNDAY MAY 5, 2024 at 3pm, that will reflect the hope that is embodied over the Easter season.

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Latrobe Valley Choir - Term 2, 2024 Weekend Workshops
Apr
13
to Jun 22

Latrobe Valley Choir - Term 2, 2024 Weekend Workshops

2024 is going to be another exciting year for the Latrobe Valley Choir with a range of fabulous projects and great music including ROCK CHOIR, Gospel and music theatre projects.

Our rehearsals are led by award-winning conductor, Patrick Burns. We sing a fun eclectic range of music from popular and world music to the classics and exciting new works!

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MEN ALOUD! Bulimba - Term 2, 2024
Apr
17
to Jun 12

MEN ALOUD! Bulimba - Term 2, 2024

  • Bulimba Community Centre (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Play It Forward with the support of Bulimba Community Centre invites you to join our exciting new chorus of positivity - MEN ALOUD!

NO AUDITIONS, NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED – JUST YOUR PASSION FOR MUSIC & SINGING!

Now in their 6th year in Brisbane and the Redlands, MEN ALOUD! offers a unique uplifting musical experience for men of all ages (18-80) in the beautiful southern riverside suburb of Bulimba.

Founded and conducted by Jonathon Welch AM, multi award-winning conductor and founder of the Choir of Hard Knocks, MEN ALOUD! choir provides a safe and encouraging space to explore your voice, boost your well-being, and build supportive friendships through the joy of singing together!

From fun pop hits to timeless classics, MEN ALOUD! welcomes singers of all levels to join their fun and inclusive community to perform at a range of exciting performances around Brisbane and regionally. So come raise your voice and discover the power of singing in a supportive and friendly environment!

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THECHO!R - Term 2, 2024
Apr
17
to Jun 19

THECHO!R - Term 2, 2024

  • Community Hub at the Dock (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

2024 is going to be another exciting year for the THECHO!R with a range of fabulous projects and great music including ROCK CHOIR, Gospel and music theatre projects.

Our rehearsals are led by award-winning conductor, Patrick Burns. We sing a fun eclectic range of music from popular and world music to the classics and exciting new works!

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YES I CAN! Gippsland Choir - Term 2, 2024
Apr
18
to Jun 27

YES I CAN! Gippsland Choir - Term 2, 2024

2024 is going to be another exciting year for the YES I CAN! Gipsland Choir with a range of fabulous projects and great music.

Our rehearsals are by the highly talented, Caroline Crawford for an inclusive and fun choir experience!

We sing a fun eclectic range of music from popular and world music to the classics and exciting new works!

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Choir of Opportunity - Term 2, 2024
Apr
18
to Jun 27

Choir of Opportunity - Term 2, 2024

  • St Augustine's Parish Hall (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

2024 is going to be another exciting year for the Choir of Opportunity with a range of fabulous projects and great music including ROCK CHOIR, Gospel and music theatre projects.

Our rehearsals are led by award-winning conductor, Patrick Burns. We sing a fun eclectic range of music from popular and world music to the classics and exciting new works!

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Voices of Moonee Valley - Term 2, 2024
Apr
19
to Jun 28

Voices of Moonee Valley - Term 2, 2024

  • The Loft at Crown Street Stables (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

2024 is going to be another exciting year for the Voices of Moonee Valley with a range of fabulous projects and great music including ROCK CHOIR, Gospel and music theatre projects.

Our rehearsals are led by award-winning conductor, Patrick Burns. We sing a fun eclectic range of music from popular and world music to the classics and exciting new works!

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ONLY WOMEN ALOUD! Redlands - Term 2, 2024
May
1
to Jun 13

ONLY WOMEN ALOUD! Redlands - Term 2, 2024

Play It Forward and Award-winning Artistic Director Jonathon Welch AM invites you to join the chorus of positivity with ONLY WOMEN ALOUD

NO AUDITIONS, NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED – JUST YOUR PASSION FOR MUSIC!

Following the success of the POP Choir, ONLY WOMEN ALOUD! offers an uplifting musical experience for women of all ages (18-80). Founded by Jonathon Welch AM, this choir provides a safe and encouraging space to explore your voice, boost your well-being, and build supportive friendships through the joy of singing.

From pop hits to timeless classics, ONLY WOMEN ALOUD! welcomes singers of all levels to join their fun and inclusive community. So come raise your voice and discover the power of singing in a supportive and friendly environment!

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MEN ALOUD! Redlands - Term 2, 2024
May
1
to Jun 13

MEN ALOUD! Redlands - Term 2, 2024

Play It Forward and Award-winning Artistic Director Jonathon Welch AM invites you to join the chorus of positivity with MEN ALOUD!

NO AUDITIONS, NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED – JUST YOUR PASSION FOR MUSIC!

Following the success of the POP Choir, MEN ALOUD! offers an uplifting musical experience for men of all ages (18-80). Founded by Jonathon Welch AM, this choir provides a safe and encouraging space to explore your voice, boost your well-being, and build supportive friendships through the joy of singing.

From pop hits to timeless classics, MEN ALOUD! welcomes singers of all levels to join their fun and inclusive community. So come raise your voice and discover the power of singing in a supportive and friendly environment!

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Peace Choir Project - Hampton Park - Term 2, 2024
May
7
to Jun 25

Peace Choir Project - Hampton Park - Term 2, 2024

  • Hampton Park Uniting Church (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

You are invited to join this great community based choir. Founded by Jonathon Welch AM and directed by award-winning conductor, Patrick Burns, we sing a great range of music including,Pop, Rock, Gospel, Folk and World Music.

Peace Choir - Hampton Park provides a safe and encouraging space for you to explore your voice, boost your well-being, and build supportive friendships through the joy of singing.

We welcome singers of all ages, and abilities to join our fun community and discover the power of singing in a supportive and friendly environment.

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 WARWICK SINGS! with JONATHON WELCH
May
11
to Jun 16

WARWICK SINGS! with JONATHON WELCH

Play It Forward is excited to present the opportunity for all singers and choirs in Warwick and the surrounding districts to rehearse and perform with our multi award-winning artistic director, and founding conductor of the Choir of Hard Knocks - Jonathon Welch AM!

NO AUDITIONS - JUST YOUR PASSION FOR SINGING!

Join Jonathon for two joyous rehearsals as he prepares you to perform with our POP CHOIR from Brisbane along with along with other local choirs to present a selection of fun, popular music favourites that will culminate in a fabulous community concert - POP GOES WARWICK! on Sunday 16 June, 2024 at the Warwick RSL

THE PERFECT MOTHER'S DAY GIFT
Why not give your Mum the gift of music and singing this Mother's Day and share this unforgettable experience with Jonathon!

WONDERFUL PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY
We can also provide a Certificate or Participation for any singing/music/choral teachers and directors.

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Play It Forward BRAVO Choir - Brisbane
Oct
16
to Oct 23

Play It Forward BRAVO Choir - Brisbane

Imagine cruising to New Caledonia on a ship for 7 nights filled with the glorious sounds of Australia’s leading singers and musicians - plus all the food you can possibly eat 24/7!

Then let’s make this dream a reality on board the incredible BRAVO cruise of performing arts - where you get to be one of the star attractions - as well as a passenger.

 Separate rehearsals will be held on weekends between July - October 2024 in Brisbane (dates/venues TBC) to help prepare you for your special choir performances before we set sail on October 16, 2024.

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Play It Forward BRAVO Choir - Melbourne
Oct
16
to Oct 23

Play It Forward BRAVO Choir - Melbourne

Imagine cruising to New Caledonia on a ship for 7 nights filled with the glorious sounds of Australia’s leading singers and musicians - plus all the food you can possibly eat 24/7!

Then let’s make this dream a reality on board the incredible BRAVO cruise of performing arts -where you get to be one of the star attractions - as well as a passenger.

 Separate rehearsals will be held on weekends between July - October 2024 in Melbourne (dates/venues TBC) to help prepare you for your special choir performances before we set sail on October 16, 2024.

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COUNT HER IN!
Mar
8
6:30 PM18:30

COUNT HER IN!

We invite you to join us for a night of song, dance, connection, and networking to celebrate the amazing women of the Latrobe Valley for International Women's Day. When we unite our voices, the world has no choice but to listen, and create positive social change!

Local guest speaker and performances by the Latrobe Valley Choir & Filipino Senior Carers & Support Group of Gippsland inc.

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Western Health Singers - Term 4, 2023
Oct
5
to Dec 7

Western Health Singers - Term 4, 2023

Our rehearsals are led by, Adam Przewlocki. We sing a fun eclectic range of music from popular and world music to the classics and exciting new works!

We perform locally in the St Albans/Sunshine Area as well as joining with all the other Play It Forward choirs for many special events - that have included MTC's Heartbreak Choir and Melbourne International Singers Festival.

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MEN ALOUD! Melbourne - Season 1, 2023
Feb
26
to Jun 4

MEN ALOUD! Melbourne - Season 1, 2023

  • Community Hub at The Dock (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

We are honoured to welcome our Guest Conductor for MEN ALOUD! (Melb) 2023, award-winning performer, conductor & composer - Luke Stevenson!  

Bringing his unique style and vast experience in A Cappella music, join Luke for 8 fabulous rehearsals and perform at Melbourne International Singers Festival!

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ECOTORIO - COME AND SING IN THE WORLD PREMIERE
Feb
12
to Jun 4

ECOTORIO - COME AND SING IN THE WORLD PREMIERE

Come and sing in the World Premiere of ECOTORIO - a dynamic and daring new climate change Oratorio!

Perform the World Premiere of ECOTORIO at Melbourne International Singers Festival at THE EDGE, Federation Square on Saturday June 10, 2023!

Open to all individual singers to join, rehearsals will begin in February with award winning conductor and composer JONATHON WELCH AM

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Deck The Halls!
Nov
27
3:00 PM15:00

Deck The Halls!

Join us at our fun end of year celebration as MEN ALOUD! deck the halls of the magnificent Tattersall's Club Brisbane main dining room with joyous singing!

There will be Christmas carols and other sing-a-longs, lots of laughter, great music and drinks available from the bar before and after the concert - and even a special appearance from the 'Big Guy' from the North Pole for the kids - young and old!

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Cover Me In Sunshine
Nov
20
3:00 PM15:00

Cover Me In Sunshine

  • The Edge Theatre, Federation Square (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

For the first time in 3 years, Play It Forward returns to the magnificent The Edge Theatre at Federation Square to celebrate the end of 2022 with a spectacular showcase of our choirs from across Victoria, conducted by Director of Music - Melbourne programs, Patrick Burns.

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Social Inclusion Week 2022
Nov
19
to Nov 27

Social Inclusion Week 2022

Social Inclusion Week aims to help all Australians feel included and valued, giving everyone the opportunity to participate fully in society.

Created by Jonathon Welch AM, founder of the award-winning Choir of Hard Knocks, Social Inclusion Week is about connecting local communities, workmates, family and friends, in order to build and strengthen relationships or networks and address isolation and exclusion of those who may be marginalised.

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Peace Choir Project - Hampton Park - Launch & Fun 'Come & Try' Workshop
Sep
10
1:30 PM13:30

Peace Choir Project - Hampton Park - Launch & Fun 'Come & Try' Workshop

The Peace Choir Project - Hampton Park is an exciting and unique Play It Forward program celebrating cultural diversity and inclusion presented in collaboration with CASEY SINGS! & Hampton Park Uniting Church. This project is proudly supported by the City of Casey.

It is free to join and aims to bring together people of all ages, faiths and cultural backgrounds who love to sing, led by award winning conductors, Patrick Burns and Jonathon Welch AM, in a safe and supportive environment.

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