Information current as at DECEMBER 2019

Jude Waldron, Music Director, (03) 9822 7881 (BH)

Choir's Email Address: jude.waldron@armadalebaptist.org

Choir's Website: facebook.com/The-Gospel-Project-220675541358143/

Vision statement / Artistic goals: A community choir in Armadale that sings its heart out!

Voice type: SATB

Choir performs: Unaccompanied

Year Choir formed: 2010

No. of Singing Members - Currently: 15 Desired: 25

Musical Repertoire: A cappella Gospel, Jazz, World, Contemporary

Musical Director: Jude Waldron

No. of years in current post: since 2010

Previous musical experience: B Mus Hons Perf, choral conductor and singing teacher since 1997, conducted childrens' choirs, school choirs, church choirs, adult community choirs, runs workshops

Choir's past collaborations with other musical groups: "GospelFest" – a yearly festival with South of the River, Yarra Gospel, Living Out Loud and MMGC; other concerts and workshops with South of the River

Audition: No

Minimum Attendance policy - Rehearsals: No Concerts: No

Membership Fees: $40 per term

Ability to read music: Not Necessary

Sight-reading ability: Not Necessary

Av. No. of rehearsals/week: 1

Usual rehearsal night(s): Sunday

Suburb: Armadale

Rehearsal venue: Armadale Baptist Church

Off-street parking: No

Performance Apparel: Depends on the performance, a collaborative decision

Av. No. of Concert Programs/year: 2

Av. No. of Performances/year: 2

Sample of the Choir's past Concert Venues: Church building; Cafe-style setup

Examples of musical pieces performed: Joyful Joyful; Wade in the Water; The Storm is Passing Over

Touring: No

Administration / Governance arrangements for the Choir: The Music Director is also General Manager, separate Treasurer

Types of Committees: N/A

Own collection of music scores: Yes

Available for hire to other groups: No