About Crystal Chords harmony chorus
Crystal Chords is proud to have been performing for over 30 years. Some of the founding members are still with the chorus and while we love singing together, that is not all we share.
We regularly enjoy vocal coaching, tours and other social events, including ‘retreat’ weekends away.
We are an award-winning chorus which competes locally, nationally and internationally. What a great (and challenging!) way to gain valuable singing and performance experience. The moments when stage fright turns to smiles are well worthwhile ...
We perform at private and public events and support community groups and charities. This year we are supporting the Motor Neurone Disease Association (Manchester and District Branch) which assists people affected by the disease, their carers, families and friends. For more information visit: www.mndmanchester.co.uk
'Well thought out performance, stylish and most enjoyable'
Adjudicator, Hazel Grove Music Festival, March 2009
'I enjoyed [the performance] very much ... made my shortlist of 5'
Judge, Manchester Amateur Choral Competition, November 2008
'Lots of dynamic variety'
LABBS Convention evaluation, Harrogate, October 2008
Meet the team
Monica – MD of Crystal Chords
Monica Funnell was appointed Musical Director in March 2010. She brings a wealth of experience having been involved in barbershop singing since 1984. A high achiever, Monica has previously won gold medals performing in quartets with Peppercorn, Checkmate and Indigo Blue, and with renowned choruses, the White Rosettes and the Cheshire Chord Company. Now a registered judge for the 'singing' category within LABBS (the Ladies Association of Barbershop Singers), she has also been faculty member for both LABBS and BABS organisation for many years.
As well as her glittering achievements, Monica brings to the group an infectious energy and enthusiasm for great music and good singing. Very quickly, she added an array of top harmony arrangements to the mix and her keen ear and skilled teaching has resulted in a warmer, richer and tighter sound.
Crystal Chords are delighted to continue to entertain audiences under her leadership. While the chorus works hard, Monica also makes sure it’s fun!
The Committee
Crystal Chords is a not-for-profit organisation of enthusiastic people, including the very dedicated committee (see below).
Chair – Ali H, Vice-chair – Anne-Marie
Pat – Treasurer, Assistant treasurer – Linda
Secretary – Nora
Membership secretary – Rebecca
First and second council reps – Wendy and Ali H
Public Relations Officer – Kathy
Booking officer – Jennifer
Chorus liaison officer – Gill B
Events coordinator – Nancy
Minutes secretary – Caroline
Sub-committee
Wardrobe – Bess, Wendy, Lorna
Social team – Kristina
Make-up – Caroline, Gill I
Music and performance team – Monica (MD), Sue W (assistant MD), Yvonne, Gill I, Adrienne, Audrey, Julie B, Sarah, Julie R
Crystal Chords 'flash mob' to raise awareness for Alzheimer's
Crystal Chords recently performed to bring festive cheer to a Manchester supermarket.
To find out more, click here
"We can't thank you enough for your support, the merriment you have bought to the store and the awareness and funds you have raised for Alzheimer's Society. Thanks to all involved for their fantastic support."
Andrea, Tesco
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