Bernard Manning as The Pirate King, D’Oyly Carte Opera Company Born in Derbyshire, United Kingdom in 1886, Bernard Manning sang as a boy in the choir at the Lichfield Cathedral in Staffordshire before moving to Queensland, Australia, due to ill health. There he continued his vocal training as a tenor at Brisbane Anglican Cathedral. When Read More
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Roger Starbuck attends the International Gilbert & Sullivan Festival in Buxton, England
Junior Vice President, Roger Starbuck, from the G&S WA Board writes a mini account of his recent visit to the 29th International Gilbert & Sullivan Festival held this year in Buxton, England. When I discovered that my planned trip to the UK coincided with the 29th International Gilbert and Sullivan Festival I couldn’t wait to Read More
Why we sing by Julia Hollander
Photo by Vidar Nordli-Mathisen Whether you croon solo in the shower or find your voice in a community choir, singing not only makes you feel good, it’s also a healthy antidote to ageing. Singing is good for your general wellbeing, but once you get to the other side of 50 you can start demanding more Read More
The 72nd Annual General Meeting of the Gilbert & Sullivan Society of WA (Inc.)
The Gilbert and Sullivan Society of WA AGM was held on Wednesday, 15 February at their Rehearsal Hall in Nollamara. A good number of current financial and Life Members were in attendance and a quorum was achieved. Formal proceedings included the presentation of the President’s Report by Kevin Langoulant, the Treasurer’s Report by Glenn Rowan, Read More
5 Unexpected Health Benefits of Singing
Photo: Samy Benabed Singing with others feels amazing. Group singing promotes social bonding and has been shown to raise oxytocin (the “bonding hormone”) and decrease cortisol (the “stress hormone”). But it’s not just about singing in groups. There are many unexpected ways singing is good for you, even if you’re on your own.Singing is a free Read More