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25.01.2022 For people looking for some exceptional music in their lives between our June gigs.... make sure you go and hear the world premiere performance of Michael Dooley's Piano Concerto No. 1!! We are definitely very fortunate to be witness to his musical talents every week and this event will be a truely inspiring showcase of his talents as a composer
23.01.2022 What a wonderful afternoon of singing at Together in Faith and Song that a large audience were treated to. Well done also in raising almost $1400 for the Canberra Refugee Support! Were you involved or did you come along and enjoy the music? What do you think, do it again next year? For a short write-up about the event check out https://www.catholicvoice.org.au/south-woden-ecumenical-ser
23.01.2022 The talents of our extraordinary accompanist Michael Dooley have definitely passed to the next generation. Looking for a music fix tomorrow? Then don't go past this opportunity to see young composer talent in action as performed by two orchestras and other musicians!
23.01.2022 Today's snippet is from a well known Christmas favourite, just what the doctor ordered for this time of year! The Gospel Folk sing 'O Come All Ye Faithful' on the 9th of December 2019 at the Pearce Shops for the Carols Under the Stars event, with the bushfire smoke seen overhead.
21.01.2022 Unfortunately due to the current medical and government advice, The Gospel Folk are suspending all practices and performances for the time being. Stay tuned for information regarding our return and in the meantime enjoy some home singing Be well everyone!
21.01.2022 Don't forget to tune in to 2CC this morning around 9.20 to hear Clinton talk about tomorrow's Ecumenical Service. Then make sure you come and join us and other choirs at Sacred Heart Church in Pearce at 3pm tomorrow!
21.01.2022 Congratulations to Michael Dooley on being named 'Canberra CityNews' Artist of 2019 https://citynews.com.au//michael-composes-himself-to-pick/
20.01.2022 Looking forward to another choir-filled afternoon this Saturday (7th September) at Festival of Voices at St Andrews? To get you in the mood, here's some more photos from Together in Faith and Song (photos courtesy of Andrew Claridge of Claridge Photography)
19.01.2022 Do you like arts and crafts and music? Then don't miss the Yarralumla Uniting Church Arts and Craft Fair weekend....and make sure you pop in on Saturday 29th June at 1.30pm to see Gospel Folk perform
18.01.2022 It's that time of year again when we review the past year and look forward to what the next year can bring. It's also time for people to step up and raise their hands to take on one of our important committee roles. So make sure those nominations are in! AGM is at 7pm this Wednesday, before regular practice. Be there!
18.01.2022 Tonight as the Qld Maroons and NSW Blues battled on the rugby field, in Weston you could hear and see the victory of music and movement! Another great practice, with focus now on preparing for the upcoming 'Feel the Spirit' performance at Wesley. Make sure you have it in your diaries as it's not to be missed!
16.01.2022 Looking for a musical weekend Then look no further than this weekend's birthday concert celebrations of Michael Dooley, whose musical creativity will entertain and delight over two big nights!!
16.01.2022 Gospel Folk will be performing at the Yarralumla Uniting Church Arts and Crafts weekend on Saturday 29th June at 1.30pm. https://www.facebook.com/events/2465076590183659/?ti=cl
15.01.2022 Today's snippet was first performed in the 1960s and can be sung in various styles, from Jazz to Easy Listening. The Gospel Folk sing 'Gonna Build a Mountain' on 29th June 2019 at Yarralumla Uniting Church for their arts and craft fair.
15.01.2022 It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas Too soon? Not when you've got concerts to prepare for! Welcome back for Term 4. The 2019 home stretch and time to be a-carolling!
15.01.2022 Today's snippet is from a song first featured in the 1988 film 'Working Girl'. The Gospel Folk sing 'Let the River Run' on the 4th November 2017 at St. Ninian's Uniting Church, Lyneham, ACT for their fete day.
15.01.2022 This is an early plug for a Hymn Fest in May to celebrate 50 years of Weston Creek Uniting Church. It's sure to be an entertaining and fun day not to be missed, with opportunities to join in with some rousing hymns! So make sure to put this date in your diary
15.01.2022 Term 4 begins and what excitement as we return to face-to-face (1.5m apart!) practices. We started our term with a late afternoon sing-along and what a beautiful location! Back in the hall next week at our usual time and day
15.01.2022 A fabulous performance on Wednesday at Wesley, with so much positive feedback from the audience. Well done everyone. Bring on Yarralumla on Saturday!
15.01.2022 It's week 2 of term 2 and with 12 songs on the go for three June performances it's all hands on deck to practice practice practice! Make sure you join in the fun
14.01.2022 There's no doubt that isolating can't stop the music! Have you 'zoom'ed in recently to our weekly practice to keep the music pumping out? If not, details on joining this musical experience is available in our newsletter. Tonight's cheery Gospel Folk zoomers say hello
13.01.2022 The Gospel Folk wishes you all a very Merry Christmas and a joyous 2020. We look forward to a big year! A few photos from Carols under the Stars (or this year, under the haze..)
13.01.2022 After tonight's energetic and engaging practice it's clear we'll be raising the roof in Belconnen on Sunday!! (and setting it down again after to keep the heat in ) Have fun everyone
13.01.2022 Some mid week entertainment You could use it as a sing-a-long too
12.01.2022 And so the day arrives!! We're back to live practice TONIGHT
12.01.2022 Today's snippet is one for the Lord of the Rings fans, and also those who like hauntingly beautiful songs. The Gospel Folk sing 'May It Be' on the 4th November 2017 at St. Ninian's Uniting Church, Lyneham, ACT for their fete day.
12.01.2022 Reminder that Carols are ON tonight. They are going ahead outdoors at the Pearce shops.
11.01.2022 Have you been waiting with baited breath for our first 2020 gig? Well wait no more - we'll be performing at 2.15pm 28th March at Loriendale Orchard's annual apple day. Be there for a relaxing afternoon of varied music , apple products and other fun! http://loriendale.com.au/apple_day.htm
11.01.2022 Make sure you have your 'posh' voices at the ready for this weeks practice to produce those harmonious sounds
10.01.2022 Our final snippet, in this 'The 12 Snippets of Christmas' series, is so good that we did less snipping and decided to give you the whole song as an audio track! Merry Christmas! It is a very special song composed and played by the exceptionally talented Michael Dooley. We are extremely lucky to have him support The Gospel Folk as our pianist. We enjoy performing his song at any time of year, and we hope you sit back and enjoy this wonderful treat again and again over this festive period. The Gospel Folk sing 'Christmas in Bethlehem' on the 9th of December 2019 at the Pearce Shops for the Carols Under the Stars event, with the bushfire smoke overhead.
09.01.2022 Is singing on your resolution list for this year, or you're looking to continue your passion? Well we've got you covered The Gospel Folk resumes for 2020 next week on Wednesday 5th February at 7.30pm, in St Peter's hall (1 Watling Place Weston). See you there!
09.01.2022 Make sure you tune in this Saturday to 2CC's Canberra Weekender at around 9.20am to hear our very own conductor extraordinaire Clinton White talk about Sunday's Together in Faith and Song Ecumenical Service!
07.01.2022 Our next performance is racing up. Be sure to get it in your diaries!
06.01.2022 Want a chance to preview Rhythm Syndicate prior to seeing them with us at Together in Faith and Song on Sunday 28th July (check out our Events page for details)? Well you're in luck as they'll be performing at the Wesley Music Centre on Wednesday 24th July. What more music could you ask for in one week?
04.01.2022 Today's snippet is from a song that joins a well known Christian song with the lyrics to lift it to an even higher level. This combination is now sung around the world. The Gospel Folk sing 'Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)' on the 10th March 2019 at St Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Kiama for the Kiama Jazz Festival.
03.01.2022 Looking for your music fix this weekend? Then don't miss Alchemy Chorus in Weston on Saturday
01.01.2022 Another Gospel Folk entertaining performance enjoyed by all at the Yarralumla Uniting Church Arts and Craft Fair. Well done This caps off a busy June schedule. Now to focus on July!
