Where do I begin to describe Harmony College 2006? At the beginning I suppose!

After a faultless journey down from Wigan, I arrived reasonably early on Friday morning. A friendly porter handed me the keys to my room and gave me Sat: Nav: Accuracy directions to find it. By the time I got back to reception, there was a small queue which was efficiently being dealt with by John's team. We collected our "goodie bags" and headed for assembly in the big Lecture Theatre. There it all began!

I never cease to be amazed with the development of our craft [hobby]. This year it was ably administered and explained by our returned educational visitor from across the water, Rick Spencer
Because of my new role as Musical Director of the Chorus, I opted for the two mini streams; Be a vocal coach and, basics of coaching. Mark Grindall and Rhianon Owens Hall made sure everyone was comfortable thus enabling us to get maximum benefit from both streams.

I came away from the college feeling I was far better equipped to tackle the challenge of taking the chorus forward both musically and technically.

May I take this opportunity to thank most sincerely the people responsible for my securing of the BABS Harmony Foundation Grant. My time at the College did, and will benefit me, and the chorus immensely.

Thank You
Jim Dennett Wigan