Australian National Choral Association - QLD & NT

15/06/2026

One of our members, Vocal Waves, are holding an exciting concert this weekend. Check it out!

'Voices and Voltage' is NOW ON SALE!!

VOCAL WAVES PRESENTS
⚡ Voices & Voltage ⚡

Step into a sound world where centuries collide and the classics surge with new energy.

Voices & Voltage reimagines iconic choral masterworks through a contemporary lens — where the drama of Mozart’s Requiem, the triumph of Beethoven’s Ode to Joy, and the timeless beauty of Byrd, Dowland, Morley, Fauré, Orff, and Puccini are transformed into bold, high-voltage arrangements nuanced by Pop, Hip-Hop and Trap.

Powered by a 55-voice choir, this is choral music like you’ve never heard it before — rhythm-driven, genre-bending, and unapologetically powerful. Expect soaring harmonies, driving beats, and electrifying moments that bridge past and present in one unforgettable performance.

🎤 Featuring:
A 55-voice Choir
Powerhouse contemporary arrangements of classical masterpieces
A fusion of classical tradition and modern sound worlds
📍 Venue: Granowski Auditorium - St Hilda's School
📅 Date: Saturday 20th June
⏰ Time: Doors open 6.00pm - Concert starts 7pm
🎟 Tickets: https://www.trybooking.com/DLPOB
Old Masters. New Energy. Full Voltage. ⚡

Don't forget your concert ad-ons -
• Delicious cheese platters to enjoy prior to the concert
• Raffle tickets for a luxury one-night stay at the Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort

13/06/2026

What a fun exercise! We love this one from our past QLD/NT presenter Tori!

11/06/2026

The South Burnett Chorale - one of our ANCA member ensembles - is presenting this fantastic concert very soon! Be sure to get your tickets for what is sure to be a brilliant afternoon of singing and entertainment!

🎬🎶 LIGHTS, CAMERA, SING! 🎶🎬

The South Burnett Chorale invites you to an afternoon of spectacular music from the stage and the big and small screen!

Featuring songs from beloved musicals, iconic movies and favourite television shows, this entertaining concert promises something for everyone.

📅 Sunday 19 July
🕒 3:00 PM
📍 St Mary's Catholic Church, Kingaroy

🎟️ $20 per ticket
👧 Children under 12 FREE
☕ Afternoon tea included

Bring your family and friends and enjoy an afternoon of wonderful choral music, great company and songs you'll know and love.

Book your tickets today:
https://www.trybooking.com/DMXME

Everyone Welcome!

22/05/2026

*** Meet your committee ***
Dr Debra Shearer-Dirié is an internationally respected choral conductor, educator, adjudicator and clinician whose career spans Australia, Europe and North America. A passionate advocate for collaborative music-making, she has worked extensively with choirs, composers, dancers, visual artists and cultural communities, creating innovative and inspiring artistic partnerships.
Debra holds a Diploma of Kodály Education from Kecskemét, Hungary, along with Master of Music Education and Doctor of Music degrees in Choral Conducting from Indiana University, USA. During her time in North America, Debra directed the Indiana University Children’s and Youth Choir, was assistant director to maestro, Paul Hillier with the Pro Arte Singers, and Director of the International Vocal Ensemble at Indiana University for two years. From 2001-2002; Debra was Musical Director of the Northwest Girlchoir in Seattle, a 400-voice organisation of young women who performed frequently with the Seattle Symphony Orchestra.
Since returning to Australia in 2003, Debra has become a leading figure in the national choral community. She is Director of Music for ChoirWorks (formerly known as the Brisbane Concert Choir), founder of Vox Pacifica Chamber Choir, Fusion Vocal Ensemble, and Vintage Voices, and continues to champion community engagement through singing across all ages and abilities.
A sought-after guest conductor, presenter and adjudicator, Debra has appeared at major conferences and festivals throughout Australia and internationally, including the American Choral Directors Association National Conference (New York, 2003), repeated appearances at the ANCA Choralfest, ACCET (2010, 2016, 2020), and New Zealand’s The Big Sing (2008, 2012, 2016, 2025). In 2024, she was one of three Australian conductors invited to serve on the international jury for the World Choir Games in Auckland.
With nearly 40 years of experience in music education across early learning, primary, secondary and tertiary sectors, Debra remains dedicated to making music education accessible to all. She has been a contributing writer, has stood on the editorial board, and reviewer to the International Federation for Choral Music’s International Choral Magazine, and was editor of ANCA’s Sing Out magazine for nearly 15 years. Debra is also a National past-president of ANCA.
She currently serves on the Academic Music Staff at Somerville House in Brisbane and continues to contribute to the broader choral community as a conductor, mentor, writer and past National President of the Australian National Choral Association.

18/05/2026

Calling all community choirs across South East Queensland!

Choral music is about connection, community, and the joy of sharing our voices together. ANCA QLD/NT invites community choirs to join us on stage for a special celebration of singing alongside fellow community ensembles.

This exciting event will bring together the rich and diverse sounds of our choral communities in what we hope will become an ongoing tradition — a chance to celebrate the important role choral music plays in keeping our communities healthy, balanced, connected, and happy.

Date: Saturday August 29, 3:30-6:00pm
Venue: TBC
Cost: Small choirs (under 30 singers) $50, larger choirs (over 30 singers) $100

Send us a message or comment below if you’re interested, and stay tuned for more information coming soon!

06/05/2026

* Smile time *

06/05/2026

ANCA QLD-NT is excited to share that a song composed by your Chapter President, Lorraine Hétu Manifold was selected to be sung at the vary famous Canadian Experimental Choir Podium this year, right along works by Tracy Wong and Marie-Claire Saindon, both multi-award-winning composers. It's a sacred song for SATB A Capella. As a special offer to ANCA members, any choir wanting to sing her song, mention this post and you get the sheet music for only $1 per person. Just comment below or send us a message to get in touch. Here's the video for those who would like to listen to Lorraine's song.

40 likes, 13 comments. "La beauté du Véritable - Paroles de Bahá'u'lláh et de 'Abdu'l-Bahá, musique de Lorraine Manifold"

04/05/2026

The Hillbrook Chorale, conducting by our own Joshua Clifford. This will be a fabulous concert. Book your tickets here: https://events.humanitix.com/hillbrook-chorale-favourites

04/05/2026

Sing, connect, and shine! Secondary voices from across the region are invited to come together in Townsville for a vibrant Children’s Singing Festival. Be part of a massed choir experience full of energy and joy, and leave feeling inspired and uplifted! Book here: https://www.trybooking.com/DKUPV