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The History behind the Adelaide Male Voice Choir

The Adelaide Male Voice Choir was founded in 1884 and has been in active existence ever since. It was first named the Adelaide English Glee Society, meeting in rooms at the Regent Theatre, Rundle Street. In recent years it was renamed the Adelaide Male Voice Choir, as the word 'glee' was not well understood.

The Choir regularly raises funds for charities through its singing, and has toured to many country towns. In 2002 the choir performed in Millicent and Naracoorte.

At present our active singing strength is 40 members. We give about 12 minor concerts each year, and three major concerts. The Choir has assisted the Lions Clubs of South Australia raise money for the Child and Youth Health Project to detect deafness in all newborn infants in South Australia - in both urban and rural hospitals.

The Choir sings a wide range of music, including choruses from opera, operetta and musicals, folksongs, Negro spirituals, songs from the famous composers and songs from films and shows. The Choir is renowned for its sensitive interpretation as well as its control of all aspects of choral singing to produce a thrilling and beautiful choral sound. The Choir supports young performers, giving them an opportunity to take part in highly acclaimed performances of a professional standard.

 
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