Upcoming Events
Past Events
Songs for Newfoundland
Newman Sound's Men's Choir presents SONGS FOR NEWFOUNDLAND on Saturday, June 15th, 7:00pm at First Light Centre for Performance and Creativity, 81 Cochrane Street.
Come hear some of Newfoundland’s most beloved folk music including tunes made popular by Buddy Wasisname and The Other Fellas. Sean Carroll and Leslee Heys have arranged beautiful settings of “Saltwater Joys,” “Song for Newfoundland,” “Out from St. Leonard’s,” and “Rock Yourself on the Ocean,” just to name a few.
And, you’re in for a special treat – we’ve partnered with Growing the Voices: Festival 500 to hold a special version of their popular community singing series, Instant Choir! So, warm up your singing voice and get ready to sing with us!
Come hear some of Newfoundland’s most beloved folk music including tunes made popular by Buddy Wasisname and The Other Fellas. Sean Carroll and Leslee Heys have arranged beautiful settings of “Saltwater Joys,” “Song for Newfoundland,” “Out from St. Leonard’s,” and “Rock Yourself on the Ocean,” just to name a few.
And, you’re in for a special treat – we’ve partnered with Growing the Voices: Festival 500 to hold a special version of their popular community singing series, Instant Choir! So, warm up your singing voice and get ready to sing with us!
Love Songs for Seniors
A longstanding community outreach of Newman Sound's, "Love Songs for Seniors" will take place Saturday, February 09th, 2019. The singers get all gussied up and volunteer their entire day to sing free concerts at three seniors homes throughout St. John's and surrounding areas.
Jing-ga-Lye-ya
Jing-ga-lye-ya
Sunday, December 16th | 4:00pm
Cochrane Centre, 81 Cochrane Street
Newman Sound Men’s Choir is thrilled to present their first ever solo Christmas concert! Join us for an afternoon filled with Christmas cheer, including some of your favourite classic and contemporary carols – Silent Night, Jingle Bells, O Come All Ye Faithful, and more. Families are most welcome as our soloists will feature the children of our choristers. Let Newman Sound bring the sounds of the season while you sit back, relax, and get into the Christmas spirit! Click here to purchase tickets!
Tickets: $25/$20 + box office surcharge
Free admission for children under 12
Tickets available at:
Holy Heart Box Office | 709-579-4424
Online at Jing-ga-lye-ya
Sunday, December 16th | 4:00pm
Cochrane Centre, 81 Cochrane Street
Sunday, December 16th | 4:00pm
Cochrane Centre, 81 Cochrane Street
Newman Sound Men’s Choir is thrilled to present their first ever solo Christmas concert! Join us for an afternoon filled with Christmas cheer, including some of your favourite classic and contemporary carols – Silent Night, Jingle Bells, O Come All Ye Faithful, and more. Families are most welcome as our soloists will feature the children of our choristers. Let Newman Sound bring the sounds of the season while you sit back, relax, and get into the Christmas spirit! Click here to purchase tickets!
Tickets: $25/$20 + box office surcharge
Free admission for children under 12
Tickets available at:
Holy Heart Box Office | 709-579-4424
Online at Jing-ga-lye-ya
Sunday, December 16th | 4:00pm
Cochrane Centre, 81 Cochrane Street
Remember
Friday, November 9th, 7:30pm-9:30pm
Level 3 Atrium
The Rooms, St. John's
Featuring: Newman Sound Men's Choir, Alta Voce Chamber Choir
Enjoy an evening of commemorative music as Newman Sound Men's Choir performs songs to remember the First World War, including Tim Baker's White Cross and featuring the Alta Voce Chamber Choir from Gander.
Tickets are $30, 10% discount for Rooms members. Call 757-8090 or click here to purchase tickets.
Saturday, November 10th
7:30pm
St. Mark's Anglican Cathedral, Gander
Featuring: Newman Sound Men's Choir, Alta Voce Chamber Choir, Beyond Youth Choir
Newman Sound Men's Choir and Alta Voce Chamber Choir present Remember, a special concert commemorating all who have served Newfoundland & Labrador and Canada in battles past and present. The concert will feature some of the most poignant music written for the occasion. You will also be treated to performances by many of our incredible soloists as well as Beyond Youth Choir from Gander, NL.
This concert gives us the opportunity to pay homage to those who have served and to reflect upon the sacrifices others continue to make so that we may experience and appreciate peace in our lives.
We invite you to make this special event a part of your Remembrance observances.
Newman Sound Men's Choir is deeply grateful to the Elinor Gill Ratcliffe Foundation for its sponsorship of our annual Remembrance Day Concert.
Tickets: $20 (student & senior)
Free admission for children under 10
Available at the Holy Heart Box Office, 55 Bonaventure Avenue
Phone: 709-579-4424
Advance purchases are recommended. Tickets also available at the door.
All veterans are invited to attend the concert for free with special reserved seating.
Level 3 Atrium
The Rooms, St. John's
Featuring: Newman Sound Men's Choir, Alta Voce Chamber Choir
Enjoy an evening of commemorative music as Newman Sound Men's Choir performs songs to remember the First World War, including Tim Baker's White Cross and featuring the Alta Voce Chamber Choir from Gander.
Tickets are $30, 10% discount for Rooms members. Call 757-8090 or click here to purchase tickets.
Saturday, November 10th
7:30pm
St. Mark's Anglican Cathedral, Gander
Featuring: Newman Sound Men's Choir, Alta Voce Chamber Choir, Beyond Youth Choir
Newman Sound Men's Choir and Alta Voce Chamber Choir present Remember, a special concert commemorating all who have served Newfoundland & Labrador and Canada in battles past and present. The concert will feature some of the most poignant music written for the occasion. You will also be treated to performances by many of our incredible soloists as well as Beyond Youth Choir from Gander, NL.
This concert gives us the opportunity to pay homage to those who have served and to reflect upon the sacrifices others continue to make so that we may experience and appreciate peace in our lives.
We invite you to make this special event a part of your Remembrance observances.
Newman Sound Men's Choir is deeply grateful to the Elinor Gill Ratcliffe Foundation for its sponsorship of our annual Remembrance Day Concert.
Tickets: $20 (student & senior)
Free admission for children under 10
Available at the Holy Heart Box Office, 55 Bonaventure Avenue
Phone: 709-579-4424
Advance purchases are recommended. Tickets also available at the door.
All veterans are invited to attend the concert for free with special reserved seating.
Off the Beaten Track
Saturday, June 9th
7:30pm
Cochrane Street United Church
Newman Sound Men's Choir
Featuring:
Rob Power, percussion
and The Holy Heart Low Notes, Robert Colbourne, conductor
Life has a rhythm - a heart beat. From the pulse of big cities to the cadence of village life, cultures around the world celebrate life's journey through music and movement. With the help of esteemed NL percussionist, Rob Power, and a unique interpretation of Eric Whitacre's famous Sleep arranged for marimbas, are just a taste of the rich musical tapestry we have in store!
Tickets: $25/$20 (student and senior) + box office surcharge
Available at the Holy Heart Theatre Box Office, 55 Bonaventure Avenue
Online | Phone: 579-4424
Box Office Hours: Tuesday - Friday: 10:00am-5:00pm
7:30pm
Cochrane Street United Church
Newman Sound Men's Choir
Featuring:
Rob Power, percussion
and The Holy Heart Low Notes, Robert Colbourne, conductor
Life has a rhythm - a heart beat. From the pulse of big cities to the cadence of village life, cultures around the world celebrate life's journey through music and movement. With the help of esteemed NL percussionist, Rob Power, and a unique interpretation of Eric Whitacre's famous Sleep arranged for marimbas, are just a taste of the rich musical tapestry we have in store!
Tickets: $25/$20 (student and senior) + box office surcharge
Available at the Holy Heart Theatre Box Office, 55 Bonaventure Avenue
Online | Phone: 579-4424
Box Office Hours: Tuesday - Friday: 10:00am-5:00pm
Sinifonia 3: Makkipok!
Saturday, March 3
8:00pm - 10:00pm
Basilica of St. John the Baptist
Lady Cove Women's Choir and Newfoundland Symphony Orchestra present: Sinfonia 3: Makkipok!
More than 200 years ago, Moravian missionaries introduced European sacred music to the Inuit people of Labrador. Across the centuries, Inuit singers and instrumentalists transformed an imported music into a unique expression of Inuit cultural identity.
Makkipok! features some of these beautiful 18th and 19th century classical works for choir and orchestra, reconstructed from original manuscripts found in the churches in Nain, Hopedale and Makkovik.
Tickets: $32/27 (student & senior) + box office charge
Available at the Arts and Culture Centre,95 Allandale Road
Online | Phone: 729-3900
Box Office Hours: Monday - Saturday: 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Featuring:
Kellie Walsh, Conductor
Lady Cove Women's Choir
Newfoundland Symphony Orchestra Sinfonia
Newman Sound Men's Choir
Deantha Edmunds, Soprano
Tom Gordon, Researcher & Organist
8:00pm - 10:00pm
Basilica of St. John the Baptist
Lady Cove Women's Choir and Newfoundland Symphony Orchestra present: Sinfonia 3: Makkipok!
More than 200 years ago, Moravian missionaries introduced European sacred music to the Inuit people of Labrador. Across the centuries, Inuit singers and instrumentalists transformed an imported music into a unique expression of Inuit cultural identity.
Makkipok! features some of these beautiful 18th and 19th century classical works for choir and orchestra, reconstructed from original manuscripts found in the churches in Nain, Hopedale and Makkovik.
Tickets: $32/27 (student & senior) + box office charge
Available at the Arts and Culture Centre,
Online | Phone: 729-3900
Box Office Hours: Monday - Saturday: 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Featuring:
Kellie Walsh, Conductor
Lady Cove Women's Choir
Newfoundland Symphony Orchestra Sinfonia
Newman Sound Men's Choir
Deantha Edmunds, Soprano
Tom Gordon, Researcher & Organist
Love Songs for Seniors
On February 10, Newman Sound Men's Choir will proudly perform in our 11th annual event called Love Songs for Seniors. Throughout the day, Newman Sound will perform at three different seniors' homes in the spirit of Valentine's Day. This community outreach program is warmly appreciated every year by residents, their families and staff as our generous singers gladly donate a full day of sharing our music with these beautiful audiences.
Newman Sound will gratefully accept pledges of any amount to support this valued outreach program and our other artistic endeavours throughout the year. Newman Sound is a registered charity and will issue donation tax receipts for amounts of $20 and higher. If you would like to offer your support for our endeavours, simply send an email to contact@newmansound.ca, or contact any of our singers you may personally know.
Saturday, February 10, 2017
11am - Kenny's Pond Retirement Residence
1:30pm - St. Patrick's Mercy Home
3pm - Tiffany Village Retirement Residence
Newman Sound will gratefully accept pledges of any amount to support this valued outreach program and our other artistic endeavours throughout the year. Newman Sound is a registered charity and will issue donation tax receipts for amounts of $20 and higher. If you would like to offer your support for our endeavours, simply send an email to contact@newmansound.ca, or contact any of our singers you may personally know.
Saturday, February 10, 2017
11am - Kenny's Pond Retirement Residence
1:30pm - St. Patrick's Mercy Home
3pm - Tiffany Village Retirement Residence
Feliz Navidad - A World Christmas!
Saturday, November 25, 2017
8:00pm
Gower Street United Church
Featuring: Newman Sound Men's Choir, Lady Cove Women's Choir, and a world music ensemble led by Rob Power, Percussion
Joyeux Noël | Frohe Weihnachten | Mele Kalikamaka | Buon Natale | Gledig Jul!
Christmas is a tradition celebrated around the world - with customs and festivities as unique as the countries from which they come. Featuring Lady Cove Women's Choir, Newman Sound Men's Choir, and arrangements made famous by the Juno award-winning Vancouver Chamber Choir, Feliz Navidad is an authentic world-fusion Christmas. Joined by an incredible world music band, this promises to be a feast for the ears!
Tickets: $25/$20 (student & senior) + box office surcharge
Available at the Holy Heart Theatre Box Office, 55 Bonaventure Avenue
Online | Email | Phone: 579-4424
Box Office Hours: Tuesday-Friday 10:00am-5:00pm
8:00pm
Gower Street United Church
Featuring: Newman Sound Men's Choir, Lady Cove Women's Choir, and a world music ensemble led by Rob Power, Percussion
Joyeux Noël | Frohe Weihnachten | Mele Kalikamaka | Buon Natale | Gledig Jul!
Christmas is a tradition celebrated around the world - with customs and festivities as unique as the countries from which they come. Featuring Lady Cove Women's Choir, Newman Sound Men's Choir, and arrangements made famous by the Juno award-winning Vancouver Chamber Choir, Feliz Navidad is an authentic world-fusion Christmas. Joined by an incredible world music band, this promises to be a feast for the ears!
Tickets: $25/$20 (student & senior) + box office surcharge
Available at the Holy Heart Theatre Box Office, 55 Bonaventure Avenue
Online | Email | Phone: 579-4424
Box Office Hours: Tuesday-Friday 10:00am-5:00pm
Remember
Saturday, November 4th, 2017
7:00pm
Bethany United Church, Carbonear, NL
Featuring: Newman Sound Men's Choir and Shelley Neville
On Saturday, November 4th, Newman Sound Men's Choir will present Remember, a special concert commemorating all who have served Newfoundland and Canada in battles past and present. The concert will feature some of the most poignant music written for the occasion, featuring popular songs of World War I and II. You will also be treated to performances by many of our incredible soloists as well as our very special guest, Shelley Neville.
This concert gives us the opportunity to pay homage to those who have served and to reflect upon the sacrifices others continue to make so that we may experience and appreciate peace in our lives.
Newman Sound Men's Choir is deeply grateful to the Elinor Gill Ratcliffe Foundation for its sponsorship of our annual Remembrance Day Concert.
We Invite you to make this special event a part of your Remembrance observances.
Tickets: $25/$20 (student & senior)
Available at Bethany United Church, 2 Church Street, Carbonear, NL
Advance purchases are recommended.
All veterans are invited to attend the concert for free with special reserved seating.
Doors open at 6:15pm. Concert 7pm.
7:00pm
Bethany United Church, Carbonear, NL
Featuring: Newman Sound Men's Choir and Shelley Neville
On Saturday, November 4th, Newman Sound Men's Choir will present Remember, a special concert commemorating all who have served Newfoundland and Canada in battles past and present. The concert will feature some of the most poignant music written for the occasion, featuring popular songs of World War I and II. You will also be treated to performances by many of our incredible soloists as well as our very special guest, Shelley Neville.
This concert gives us the opportunity to pay homage to those who have served and to reflect upon the sacrifices others continue to make so that we may experience and appreciate peace in our lives.
Newman Sound Men's Choir is deeply grateful to the Elinor Gill Ratcliffe Foundation for its sponsorship of our annual Remembrance Day Concert.
We Invite you to make this special event a part of your Remembrance observances.
Tickets: $25/$20 (student & senior)
Available at Bethany United Church, 2 Church Street, Carbonear, NL
Advance purchases are recommended.
All veterans are invited to attend the concert for free with special reserved seating.
Doors open at 6:15pm. Concert 7pm.
Vive L'Amour
Saturday, June 10
7:30pm
MUN Inco Innovation Centre Lobby
Summer love is in the air! Newman Sound Men's Choir will be closing out the season with timeless songs of love and life - from an intimate setting of Lord Byron's famous poem "She Walks in Beauty", to the contemporary hit song "Fix You" by British band, Coldplay. Joined by acclaimed dancer and choreographer, Lynn Panting, the evening promises to be a feast for the ears and eyes, the heart and soul! We're also pleased to be joined by the young men of the Holy Heart of Mary High School Low Notes, under the direction of Robert Colbourne. So grab a set of tickets for you and your sweetheart - and enjoy a night full of soul-stirring music suitable for toe-tapping and hand=holding.
Tickets: $25/$20 (student & senior) + box office surcharge
Available at the Holy Heart Theatre Box Office, 55 Bonaventure Avenue
Phone: 709-579-4424
Email: theatreboxoffice@nf.aibn.com
Online: http://holyhearttheatre.com
Box Office Hours: Tuesday-Friday 10am-5pm
7:30pm
MUN Inco Innovation Centre Lobby
Summer love is in the air! Newman Sound Men's Choir will be closing out the season with timeless songs of love and life - from an intimate setting of Lord Byron's famous poem "She Walks in Beauty", to the contemporary hit song "Fix You" by British band, Coldplay. Joined by acclaimed dancer and choreographer, Lynn Panting, the evening promises to be a feast for the ears and eyes, the heart and soul! We're also pleased to be joined by the young men of the Holy Heart of Mary High School Low Notes, under the direction of Robert Colbourne. So grab a set of tickets for you and your sweetheart - and enjoy a night full of soul-stirring music suitable for toe-tapping and hand=holding.
Tickets: $25/$20 (student & senior) + box office surcharge
Available at the Holy Heart Theatre Box Office, 55 Bonaventure Avenue
Phone: 709-579-4424
Email: theatreboxoffice@nf.aibn.com
Online: http://holyhearttheatre.com
Box Office Hours: Tuesday-Friday 10am-5pm
Love Songs for Seniors
On February 11, Newman Sound Men's Choir will proudly perform in our 10th annual event called Love Songs for Seniors. Throughout the day, Newman Sound will perform at three different seniors' homes in the spirit of Valentine's Day. This community outreach program is warmly appreciated every year by residents, their families and staff as our generous singers gladly donate a full day of sharing our music with these beautiful audiences.
Newman Sound will gratefully accept pledges of any amount to support this valued outreach program and our other artistic endeavours throughout the year. Newman Sound is a registered charity and will issue donation tax receipts for amounts of $20 and higher. If you would like to offer your support for our endeavours, simply send an email to contact@newmansound.ca, or contact any of our singers you may personally know.
Performances are scheduled as follows. If you are related to or know residents of these homes, we invite you to come along and share the love!
Saturday, February 11, 2017
11am - Kenny's Pond Retirement Living
2pm - Karwood Retirement Retreat
3pm - Tiffany Village Retirement Living
Newman Sound will gratefully accept pledges of any amount to support this valued outreach program and our other artistic endeavours throughout the year. Newman Sound is a registered charity and will issue donation tax receipts for amounts of $20 and higher. If you would like to offer your support for our endeavours, simply send an email to contact@newmansound.ca, or contact any of our singers you may personally know.
Performances are scheduled as follows. If you are related to or know residents of these homes, we invite you to come along and share the love!
Saturday, February 11, 2017
11am - Kenny's Pond Retirement Living
2pm - Karwood Retirement Retreat
3pm - Tiffany Village Retirement Living
Remember
Saturday, November 5. 2016
8:00pm
Gower Street United Church
On Saturday, November 5th, Newman Sound Men's Choir will represent Remember, a special concert commemorating all who have served Newfoundland and Canada in battles, past and present. The concert will feature some of the most poignant music written for this occasion. You will also be treated to performances by many of our incredible soloists as well as our special guest, The Singing Legionnaires.
This concert gives us the opportunity to pay homage to those who have served and to reflect upon the sacrifices others continue to make so that we may experience and appreciate peace in our lives.
Tickets: $25/$20 (student & senior)
Available at Fred's Records, 198 Duckworth Street (cash only)
Advance purchases are recommended.
All veterans are invited to attend the concert for free with special reserved seating.
Doors open at 7:15pm.
8:00pm
Gower Street United Church
On Saturday, November 5th, Newman Sound Men's Choir will represent Remember, a special concert commemorating all who have served Newfoundland and Canada in battles, past and present. The concert will feature some of the most poignant music written for this occasion. You will also be treated to performances by many of our incredible soloists as well as our special guest, The Singing Legionnaires.
This concert gives us the opportunity to pay homage to those who have served and to reflect upon the sacrifices others continue to make so that we may experience and appreciate peace in our lives.
Tickets: $25/$20 (student & senior)
Available at Fred's Records, 198 Duckworth Street (cash only)
Advance purchases are recommended.
All veterans are invited to attend the concert for free with special reserved seating.
Doors open at 7:15pm.
Aboard a Vessel
Newman Sound Men's Choir next performance will be on Friday, June 17 at the Suncor Energy Hall, located at the Memorial University School of Music.
Shore-to-Shore: A St. Patrick's Day Celebration
Who needs the luck of the Irish when you can celebrate St. Paddy's Day with Newman Sound Men's Choir! In a relaxed setting, you'll be treated to performances of some of your favourite Irish and Irish-Newfoundland tunes, including The Wild Rover, Danny Boy and Black Velvet Band, just to name a few. So why not join us for a pint, a sing-a-long and maybe even a scuff - and when we serve the scoff (poutine), you just might feel like you found a four-leaf clover or the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow! Sláinte!
Remember
Featuring: The Conception Bay South Concert Band and Newman Sound Men's Choir
Saturday, November 7th, 2015
8:00pm
Cochrane Street United Church
Newman Sound Men's Choir and The Conception Bay South Concert Band presents REMEMBER, a special concert commemorating all who have served Newfoundland and Canada in battles past and present. The concert will feature some of the most poignant music written for the occasion.
This concert gives us the opportunity to pay homage to those who have served and to reflect upon the sacrifices others continue to make so that we may experience and appreciate peace in our lives.
Tickets: $25/$20 (student & senior)
Available at Fred's Records, 198 Duckworth Street
Phone: 753.9191
*All veterans are invited to attend the concert for free with special reserved seating.
Saturday, November 7th, 2015
8:00pm
Cochrane Street United Church
Newman Sound Men's Choir and The Conception Bay South Concert Band presents REMEMBER, a special concert commemorating all who have served Newfoundland and Canada in battles past and present. The concert will feature some of the most poignant music written for the occasion.
This concert gives us the opportunity to pay homage to those who have served and to reflect upon the sacrifices others continue to make so that we may experience and appreciate peace in our lives.
Tickets: $25/$20 (student & senior)
Available at Fred's Records, 198 Duckworth Street
Phone: 753.9191
*All veterans are invited to attend the concert for free with special reserved seating.
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CanadianaFeaturing: Canadian Chamber Choir, Lady Cove Women's Choir and Newman Sound Men's Choir.
Friday,October 2nd, 2015 8:00pm Cochrane Street United Church Newman Sound Men's Choir and Lady Cove Women's Choir are ecstatic to perform alongside one of Canada's most highly regarded choral ensembles. the Canadian Chamber Choir, as they visit Newfoundland & Labrador for the very first time. With singers representing nine provinces, from sea to sea, join us as we explore a diverse mosaic of music, inspired by all things uniquely Canadian! Tickets: $24/$20 (student & senior) + box office surcharge Available at the Holy Heart Theatre Box Office, 55 Bonaventure Avenue Phone: 579-4424 | Email: theatreboxoffice@nf.aibn.com | Online: http://www.holyhearttheatre.com Box Office Hours: Tuesdays - Fridays 10am-5pm. Tickets paid by credit card can now be printed at home as well. *Delegates of The Singing Network can purchase tickets for a reduced price at registration. Visit www.thesingingnetwork.ca for more details. |