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Mike Brewer

Living in: England

Recognised as a leading fugure in the choral world, Mike Brewer is in demand in Britain and worldwide for vocal and conducting workshops and guest conducting of choirs. His annual tours include the USA, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Mexico, Venezuela, and, in 2010, Poland and Slovakia. He is an adviser on world music to the IFCM and assessor to Mexico's choral programme.

Mike is a consultant for over 20 prize-winning UK choirs, and serves as adjudicator in international competitions. In 2008, Mike led BBC workshops for Last Choir Standing.

Mike became musical director of The National Youth Choirs of Great Britain in 1983 and is deeply passionate about the choirs. Mike's recordings with NYC senior choir and with Laudibus, the 18 voice chamber choir, have won many awards. Mike Brewer's books for Fabermusic include the best-selling 'Kickstart your Choir', 'Warm ups', 'Improve Your Sightsinging (with Paul Harris)' and 'Finetune your Choir'. Hamba Lulu, his set of African songs is performed worldwide, and has over 100 versions on You Tube to date. Mike wrote the song and prepared conductors for the Olympic.

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Groups directed - National Youth Choir of Great Britain


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Mike Brewer : Kick-Start Your Choir: Confidence Boosting Strategies : Book : Mike Brewer : 9780571517497 : 12-0571517498

Mike Brewer : Kick-Start Your Choir: Confidence Boosting Strategies

Kick-Start Your Choir is for teachers, choral directors, church musicians - anybody who directs a choir. It presents a treasure trove of ideas distilled from years of innovative work with singers of all ages. Practical strategies are offered on almost every aspect of choral directorship. Kick-Start Your Choir - the indispensable handbook for the choral conductor

Songlist: The Voice in the Classroom, Starting a Choir, Getting Young People to Sing, Sound Gestures and Conducting, Program Planning and Repertoire, Preparation and Rehearsal, Basic Vocal Technique, Troubleshooting

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7314b | Book | $9.95


Mike Brewer : Warm-Ups! : Book : Mike Brewer : 9780571520718 : 12-0571520715

Mike Brewer : Warm-Ups!

This is an indispensable handbook for singers and choral directors. Warm-Ups are a series of activities that get the body and brain into gear, reinforce healthy and effective singing practice and are above all - fun! With over 200 warm-up ideas, including seventy musical examples, you will find an abundance of ideas in Mike Brewer's characteristically lively and innovative style. Divided into 36 practical sessions, arranged progressively, each is packed full with physical and mental activities to tackle all aspects of vocal technique.

Songlist: Introduction, Sessions 1-36, Tips and Terms

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7315b | Book | $13.75


Mike Brewer : Hamba Lulu - Five African Songs : SSAA : Songbook : Mike Brewer : 9780571520886 : 12-057152088X

Mike Brewer : Hamba Lulu - Five African Songs

Hamba Lulu is a fantastic addition to the choral repertoire. A breath of fresh air in the classroom and for many a choir wanting a challenge. These stirring songs are additive, so you can tailor performances to local resources, increasing technical demand according to their experience. Easy to learn and sure to make an instant impact on audiences, the songs tap into the rich seam of African culture.

Songlist: Mangwani M'Pulele, O-re-mi, Karanga Walking Song, Hamba Lulu, Askha Thali

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Voicing: SSAA | 7317b | Songbook | $6.95


Mike Brewer : Banuwa - Three African Songs : SSAA : Songbook : Mike Brewer : 9780571526925 : 12-0571526926

Mike Brewer : Banuwa - Three African Songs

Banuwa is a vibrant collection that presents choirs with a terrific opportunity to experience the excitement and energy of African music. Building on the success of Hamba Lulu, this volume taps into the rich seam of African culture and includes the festive song 'Banuwa', alongside Zulu bird song 'Izintakana' and the South African wedding song 'Babevuya' - coupled here with the infectious 'Walamba'.

Songlist: Banuwa, Izintakana, Babevuya / Walamba

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Voicing: SSAA | 7322b | Songbook | $6.95 | A Cappella


Mike Brewer : Oalla Mohololi - Three Songs From Africa : SATB divisi : Songbook : Mike Brewer : 9780571534555 : 12-0571534554

Mike Brewer : Oalla Mohololi - Three Songs From Africa

Mike Brewer's Choral World Tour brings together traditional songs from around the world in exciting a cappella arrangements that will both challenge and stimulate your choir. Each piece is accompanied by a translation and pronunciation guide. In this collection, feel the pulsing rhythms of South Africa, experience the solid harmonies of a Namibian chorus, and experiment with the vocal techniques used in Tunisian song.

Songlist: Oalla Mohololi (Sotho ceremonial song from South Africa), Meguru (Kavango song from Namibia), Yelli bo'dek dhaya fikri (Love song from Tunisia)

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Voicing: SATB divisi | 7323b | Songbook | $6.95 | A Cappella


Mike Brewer : Three Songs From Asia : SATB divisi : Songbook : Mike Brewer : 9780571534586 : 12-0571534589

Mike Brewer : Three Songs From Asia

Mike Brewer's Choral World Tour brings together traditional songs from around the world in exciting a cappella arrangements that will both challenge and stimulate your choir. Each piece is accompanied by a translation and pronunciation guide. In this collection, feel the warmth of a Maori love song, experience intricate pentatonic part-song from China, and incorporate Bengalese percussion into your performance.

Songlist: Pokarekare, Holday danaa, Molihua

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Voicing: SATB divisi | 7324b | Songbook | $5.50 | A Cappella


Mike Brewer : Banuwa - Three African Songs : SATB : Songbook : 9780571526550 : 12-0571526551

Mike Brewer : Banuwa - Three African Songs

Banuwa is a vibrant collection that presents choirs with a terrific opportunity to experience the excitement and energy of African music. Building on the success of Hamba Lulu, this volume taps into the rich seam of African culture and includes the festive song 'Banuwa', alongside Zulu bird song 'Izintakana' and the South African wedding song 'Babevuya' - coupled here with the infectious 'Walamba'. The acclaimed Choral Programme Series provides a wealth of invaluable concert repertoire including works by Brahms, Holst, Bridge, Stamford, Warlock, Faure, Saint-Saens, Schubert and Schumann, as well as Christmas repertoire, gospel choruses, arrangements of folk songs and hits from the shows.

Songlist: Banuwa, Izintakana, Babevuya / Walamba

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Voicing: SATB | 40751b | Songbook | $7.50


Individual Folios

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Hamba Lulu : SATB : Mike Brewer : Songbook : 08718040 : 073999274608

Mike Brewer : Hamba Lulu

These African songs have a rhythmic energy that propels the music and stirs the human spirit. With a variety of performance options, this collection will be an outstanding addition to your choral library. Includes: Mangwani M'pulele (Sotho children's song), O-re-mi (Nigerian "Highlife" song), Asikha thali (Zulu freedom song), Hamba Lulu (Zulu wedding song), Karanga Walking Song.

Country: Zulu

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $3.95 | A Cappella |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08718040

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