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Everything is Bright and All is Calm
Newman Sound Men's Choir featuring Quote the Raven

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Join Newman Sound Men's Choir and acclaimed folk duo Quote the Raven for an unforgettable holiday concert on December 14th! This special evening will blend the warmth of holiday classics, contemporary favourites and lush choral harmonies. The concert will also debut a newly arranged version of 'Christmas Lullaby,' a song recently released by Quote the Raven.
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Experience the season's spirit with captivating performances that will enchant audiences of all ages. Don’t miss this unique musical collaboration—reserve your tickets now and celebrate the magic of the holidays with us!

📅 Date: December 14th, 7:30 PM, Doors open 7:00 PM
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📍 Location: Anglican Cathedral, 16 Church Hill

🎟️ Tickets: $25 General Admission, $20 Student/Senior, Children under 12 FREE

​TICKETS AVAILABLE HERE!


Past Events


‘Till the Season Comes ‘Round Again

It’s that time of year again and Newman Sound is bringing the Christmas cheer! This family-friendly concert is suitable for all ages, featuring many of your favourite carols, including Silent Night, Holly Jolly Christmas, and Christmas in the Trenches AND delightful solos by the children of our choristers. Bring your whole family and celebrate the start of the season with us!

Monday, December 12th
7:00pm
Doors open 6:30pm
First Light Centre for Performance & Creativity
81 Cochrane Street

Tickets: $25 general | $20 student/senior + Eventbrite surcharge
Children under 12 years of age admitted free of charge
Available at newmansound.eventbrite.ca and at the door

The 18: A Come Home Year Concert of Remembrance

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On Remembrance Day, Friday, November 11, choirs and performers come together for a powerful musical event at the Basilica. One of the many highlights is a newly created narrative, THE 18, celebrating the children of London's Beatrix Potter School, who uplift and illuminate the memory of 18 Newfoundlanders laid to rest far from home during WW1. THE 18 is woven together with performances by The Ennis Sisters, Petrina Bromley, Mason Dicker & Annabelle Ramsay, Lakecrest Chamber Choir, Lady Cove Women’s Choir, La Rose des vents, Newman Sound Men’s Choir, The NL Deaf Choir, The Royal Newfoundland Regiment Band, Silvern Voices from Corner Brook and The Singing Legionnaires.

THE 18 will premiere a beautiful script written by Kyle McDavid and premiere the song Forever Far From Home, by Maureen Ennis and Perry Chafe and arranged by Leslee Heys – both created especially for this concert.


FREE ADMISSION – General seating, Friday, November 11, The Basilica of St. John the Baptist, 2:00 pm
Donations accepted at the door for the Poppy Campaign to support Veterans and their families.

Over the Rolling Sea

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Storytelling through song is a fundamental duty of traditional music…  

Special guest, Matthew Byrne
Saturday, September 24th
7:00pm
Doors open 6:30pm
First Light Centre for Performance & Creativity
81 Cochrane Street

In celebration of Come Home 2022, Newman Sound joins forces with admired local folk artist, Matthew Byrne, for an evening of traditional music. Raised with a strong family focus on collecting and sharing songs, Byrne inherited a unique repertoire as well as a fascination with unearthing and reimagining traditional songs. Snapshots in time, the words and melodies tell the stories of a people, their lives, and their perspectives.

Tickets $20 + Eventbrite surcharge
Children under 12 years of age admitted free of charge
Available at newmansound.eventbrite.ca and at the door 


Sure on This Shining Night

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Saturday, November 27
7:30pm

Anglican Cathedral, 16 Church Hill

​Featuring Lady Cove Women's Choir

With special guests, Deantha Edmunds, and the NL Deaf Choir. ​

Despite the many challenges we have faced during the pandemic, one thing is for sure: this year's kick-off to Christmas is what we all need - to once again join with our family and friends, to share the songs of the season together... on this night, our hearts are whole. 

Tickets: $25/$20 (student $ senior)
Available: Holy Heart Box Office
Phone: 579-4424
Online: holyhearttheatre.com | Direct Purchase Link

All patrons ages 12+ must provide proof of vaccination upon entry. Masks must be worn at all times while indoors and distancing will be maintained wherever possible. To learn more about the safety measures we will have in place, click HERE. Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our singers and our community safe. 

Remember

Saturday, November 6, 2021
7:30pm
St. Mary's Church, 80 Craigmiller Avenue


Featuring soloist: Deantha Edmunds​

On Saturday, November 6th, Newman Sound will present REMEMBER, a special concert commemorating all who have served Newfoundland & Labrador and Canada in battles past and present. Featuring Deantha Edmunds, Canada's first and only Inuk opera singer.
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 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: Holy Heart Box Office
Phone: 579-4424
Online: holyhearttheatre.com | Direct Purchase Link

All veterans are invited to attend the concert for free with special reserved seating.

Tickets are also available at the door. Advance purchase is recommended.

All patrons ages 12+ must provide proof of vaccination upon entry. Masks must be worn at all times while indoors and distancing will be maintained wherever possible. To learn more about the safety measures we will have in place, click HERE. Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our singers and our community safe. 

Love Songs for Seniors

A longstanding community outreach of Newman Sound's, "Love Songs for Seniors" will take place Saturday, February 08th, 2020. 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.

Remember

Monday, November 11th, 2019
7:00pm
Suncore Energy Hall, MUN School of Music


On Monday, November 11th, 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 powerful music for this occasion written and arranged by Canadian composers, including Lydia Adams, Leslee Heys, Matthew Emery, and Stephen Chatman.

The 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.

REMEMBER takes place Monday, November 11th, 7:00 PM, at Suncor Energy Hall, MUN School of Music. Admission is $25 for adults, $20 for students/seniors + box office surcharge. Limited number of tickets available. Advance purchases are recommended. 
Click here to purchase tickets online at the Holy Heart Theatre!

All veterans are invited to attend the concert for free with special reserved seating. Doors open at 6:30 PM.

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)
Online: Holy Heart Theatre
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Songs for Newfoundland

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​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!

Love Songs for Seniors

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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

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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

Remember

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​Friday, November 9th, 7:30pm-9:30pm
Level 3 Atrium
The Rooms, St. John's

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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

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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

Sinifonia 3: Makkipok!

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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

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 [email protected], 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

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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
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Remember

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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.

Vive L'Amour

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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: 
[email protected] 
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 [email protected], 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
  
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Remember

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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.

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.
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Shore-to-Shore: A St. Patrick's Day Celebration

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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.  
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Canadiana

Featuring: 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: [email protected] | 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.



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