Singsation Saturday: April 9th Choral Workshop

The Toronto Mendelssohn Choir (TMC) presents Singsation Saturdays, choral workshops where anyone who loves to sing is invited to join with noted local conductors, TMC choristers and other singers to sing a variety of works from the choral repertoire. Musical scores are available for singers to borrow during the workshop.

Saturday, April 9, 2011: Gilbert and Sullivan Operettas with Guest Conductor Brian Farrow
Calling all Gilbert and Sullivan fans! This Singsation workshop brings back conductor Brian Farrow for a fun morning exploring popular Gilbert and Sullivan operettas. Last year Brian led a very popular Gilbert and Sullivan Singsation Saturday.  This year, Brian will lead participants through selections from the operettas Princess Ida, Mikado, Yeomen of the Guard, Gondelliers and Ruddigore.

Brian Farrow brings his knowledge and love of Gilbert and Sullivan to this event. He has performed many operettas and was the Music Director of the Scarborough Gilbert and Sullivan Society. He will direct and his father Stan will accompany.

Time: Saturday, April 9 from 10:30 am – 1 pm

Location: Yorkminster Park Baptist Church, Cameron Hall, 1585 Yonge St.

Price:  $10 – includes refreshments

Participants can register at the workshop.

For more information call TMC at 416-598-0422, ext 24 or check out the TMC website. (http://www.tmchoir.org/engage/singsationSaturdays.cfm).