1 July 2009
A chorus of stunning young
voices will gather on board Spirit of Tasmania tonight to give
passengers a special winter performance.
Travellers on the journey from Melbourne to Tasmania will enjoy
sailing to the sounds of one of Australia's finest children's
choirs. Founded by Mark O'Leary in 1990, the Young Voices of
Melbourne touring choir consists of singers aged 12 to 18 years
old.
The choir performs regularly in and around Melbourne and has
toured all states and territories of Australia, as well as Europe,
South Africa, Canada, Singapore and Thailand.
Young Voices of Melbourne will be heading to Tasmania for a six
day tour of northern Tasmania before arriving in Hobart to
participate in the winter arts event, Festival of Voices, on 9 to
12 July.
"The choir is really looking forward to performing in Tasmania
this year.
"Singing on Spirit of Tasmania will be a highlight of the tour for
the kids," enthused Mark O'Leary, Young Voices of Melbourne's
conductor.
Festival of Voices was established in 2005 and offers a rich four
day program of vocal celebration, concerts and workshops. Last
year, more than 30 choirs from across Australia took part in the
festival. Hundreds attended performances and workshops and more
than 2,000 people gathered under the night sky for the festival
bonfire concert.
Young Voices of Melbourne has already enjoyed success and released
eight CD recordings. The choir has collaborated with many great
choirs and artists both in Australia and through their travels
abroad. The choir is regularly heard on Australian radio and
television.
Over the past couple of years the choir has also performed at
several festivals and major events including the Port Fairy Folk
Festival, National Folk Festival, Melbourne International Arts
Festival, the Commonwealth Games Arts Festival and the opening
ceremony of the Commonwealth Games in Melbourne.
Mr Charles Griplas, CEO, Spirit of Tasmania said, "We are
delighted to have such fine young talent on board to entertain our
travellers. I'm sure passengers will enjoy this unique musical
experience."
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Contact:
Soniya Fernandez, Corporate Communications Coordinator
Spirit of Tasmania
03 9206 6220
0438 393 898
saf@spiritoftasmania.com.au
