We're having some exciting performances in the month of September and October. Do look out for further updates under "Events @ a Glance" ! 28 Sep Fri - VoCollision @ blueMoo (rooftop of YMCA Orchard), $12, 7.30pm 6 Oct Sat & 7 Oct Sun - Key Elements ~ "Jazz For The Record" concert @ YMS auditorium (54 Waterloo St), $18, 8pm

SONIC LANDSCAPE - A CAPPELLA FESTIVAL 2007 4th Sep 2007 - 5th Sep 2007 Victoria Theatre, 7.30pm Purchase tickets @ $25, $30, $35 through Gatecrash Bulk bookings of above 10 tickets available on line as well with $5 off per ticket discount. The annual A CappellaFest is back with a delightful lineup this year with groups hailing from Korea, Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore!This year's line up of groups include: Key Elements, NANU, Lada, our guests the Wicked Pitches, SJTone and this year's winners, Altered (All Fyne) and Resonance amongst other suprises during the show.Get your tickets today! Directed by Vincent Pang, the 2007 programme aims to mold a-cappella music with video and digital images to the theme of "Sonic Landscapes". Plus, this year will include for the first time an afternoon show for kids targeting primary and early secondary school kids, giving them an opportunity to experience a live concert. Be entertained in the genres of classical a-cappella, pop...

Hey folks ! Budak Pantai will be back singing on 17 Aug 2007 ( Friday ) at 7.30pm onwards at their usual hideout of blue Moo , located at the rooftop of YMCA Orchard. Please visit the Budak weblog at http://budakpantai.motime.com or blue Moo weblog : http://bluemoo.wordpress.com to book seats. Tickets are priced at $12 per person.

Dear folks, Below is an email excerpt from Leslie from UpBeat . Dear friends of Upbeat , Hope you have been well :) This may be the last time UpBeat is performing in a while as I am leaving the week after the concert for further studies and the group is likely to go on a hiatus in my absence. So don't miss this chance of hearing us sing! Feel free to contact us at should you have any questions! We look forward to seeing you at the concert next week! Here are the details once again: UpBeat Sings Good Ol' Acappella Esplanade Recital Studio Tue 14 and Wed 15 August 2007 7.30pm * Tickets at $21 from SISTIC ~ http://www.sistic.com.sg/cms/events/index.html?content=1074 Click here for the flyer or visit http://www.upbeat.sg . * This programme is eligible for the 60% STB Arts Grant subsidy. Buy your tickets now through SISTIC Website: http://www.sistic.com.sg/ or SISTIC Hotline: 6348 5555 at all SISTIC authorised agents islandwide !

Dear folks, below is an email audition notice that I've received from Gerald from Vocaluptuous recently. To know more about the group, do drop by visit their website at http://www.vocaluptuous.com.sg . We're currently looking for a new member to join us. Vocaluptuous is looking for either: 1) A high tenor 2) An alto Requirements: A proficient soloist with a natural flair for interpreting and styling songs Comfortable with all forms of jazz and pop Able to commit to the various practices (especially on the early stages to learn up existing repertoire) Ability to read music will be an advantage If you're interested to join Vocaluptuous, please contact either Simone ( simonekhoo@singnet.com.sg ) or Gerald ( geraldtan@singnet.com.sg ) to schedule for an audition. Gerald for Vocaluptuous

A Cappella mania has all but exploded! In July, we saw some veryexciting groups bring down the house at the National A Cappella Championships 2007. Of course, we were entertained by their gallimaufry of songs although one must admit there were hits andmisses. From the very tedious "Lean On Me" to an ingenious rendition of Elijah Rock, the music and each group's showmanship had somethingcolorful to contribute to each night. We, at the A Cappella Society,are especially heartened to see the intense competition this year, as a result of the groups? escalated standards. Yet, despite the close fights some groups have had, there can only be one winner. This year's champions are: Secondary School Category: The Exclamations Junior College Category: Altered Senior College Category: Resonance Open Category: Dischordant Remember, the championships only signaled the start of the fun-filledmonths ahead. In August, look out for our workshops that will satisfy your A Cappella needs...

Upbeat NAC-Exxonmobil Concert in the Park@ The Botanical Gardens ( Shaw Foundation Symphony Stage ) 29th July 2007 5.10 - 5.30 pm Free admission !

Verve Enharmonics will be going on indefinite hiatus following a hectic but fulfilling three years of singing. They will be holding their debut/farewell concert, entitled " VnH: One and Only ", as the final item on their calendar of events. The concert will feature favourites from their repertoire through the years, and they have heavily subsidised ticket costs as a thank-you gift to all their friends, family, and fans. If you've ever been entertained or amused by their music, VnH hopes that you will be free to join them this one last time. See you there ! Date: 29th July 2007 ( Sunday ) Time: 7.30 pm Venue: University Cultural Centre (UCC) Theatre Tickets: $5 To order tickets, send email to info@verve-enharmonics.com .

Key Elements (KE) formed in 2001 and hails from well-known groups like In-A-Chord, Inpromptu, In Transit and Bcoz. KE also uses largely original arrangements by 3 of its members who are prolific arrangers themselves. Visit KE's website at http://www.i-lurve-ke.com for further info on the group ! KE will be singing at blue Moo in July which is in the lovely open space at YMCA Orchard. Online reservation is now open ! Key Elements @ blue Moo ! Date : 20 Jul 2007 (Friday) Venue : blue Moo, rooftop of YMCA Orchard (above the 9th floor, next to the swimming pool) Time : 7.30pm Entrance fee : $12 each person, $10 for those with student passes, free for children 6 years and below. Each person will receive 2 cowpons , eligible to claim 2 drinks or 1 drink and a snack. Book seats @ http://bluemoo.wordpress.com (weblog) ! Confirmation of seats will only be sent only via a reply email and with names & no. of seats booked posted on the weblog.

Watch UpBeat sing a selection of oldies and love songs at the Esplanade Concourse in Acappella Mania : Monday 23 July ~ 7.15pm - 7.45pm Tuesday 24 July ~ 8.15pm - 8.45pm Free Admission.

The A Cappella Society of Singapore ( TAS ) is pleased to confirm the dates and venues for this year's National A Cappella Championships. The championships will return to the Esplanade, with the kind support of Esplanade, at these dates: 25 July, Secondary School finals, Esplanade Concourse, free admission 26 July, College & Open semifinals, Esplanade Concourse, free admission 30 July, College & Open finals, Esplanade Recital Studio, $20 As for the rules & regulations and the registration form for the event, you can download the forms from TAS website http://www.a-cappella.org.sg/ . Please register by 11 July 2007. For any questions please do not hesitate to contact us at alex@a-cappella.org.sg , HP 94559407.

Song Writing For A Cappella workshop Trainer: Keith Kwok (SoMA) Price: S$30, S$15 (students) 21 July, Saturday 3-5pm, TAPAC Download registration form at http://www.a-cappella.org.sg/workshops.html

Dear A Cappella singers! Do you have friends who always wondered what you are doing? Or friends who want to be like you and sing in an A Cappella group? Now they have the chance to do it. Be a part of an A Cappella group now! Join The A Cappella Society of Singapore (TAS) on a 12-week journey forming a group, training A Cappella singing, learning a wide repertoire of songs and culminating in a public performance. The next TAS 12-week training course starts on 4 July, Wednesdays 8-10pm. Please sign up before 1 July. Please write in or email for detailed info to: Alexander Sassarak The A Cappella Society 182 Cecil Street #02-07 TAPAC Singapore 069547 website: http://www.a-cappella.org.sg/ Email: alex@a-cappella.org.sg HP: 94559407 Fax: 64459835

The A Cappella Society (TAS) has a series of workshops in June ~ the musical theatre, vocal technique and A Cappella workshops. If you are interested in participating, you can request for the forms via email and return the completed form by 13 June. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact us at alex@a-cappella.org.sg , HP 94559407.

VoCollision , a mixed-voice a cappella group, is looking for an experienced Vocal Percussionist who is also able to sing Tenor/Baritone. Strong music-learning ability is much preferred. Ability to arrange or compose songs would be a big plus =). You can drop by www.vocollision.blogspot.com for more information on the group. If interested, please email your CV (with a demo if available) to vocollision.gmail.com .

The GOT! (stands for Gathering of Talents) showcase at the Singapore Art Cafe was brimming with talents. Such that a big group of curious library visitors stopped by the cafe to watch the showcase at the cafe. The first in the lineup was an acoustic trio of 2 guys and a lady named Soul Session who set the mood for a time of good music. Nextly a young a cappella mixed sextet Beats and Pieces appropriately gave the audience a good idea of what a cappella is by singing a doowop piece"Good Ol' A Cappella" as the first song. The group even sang hits of the early 1990s as "I Do" by now-defunct boyband 98 Degree and current hits like Maroon 5's "She Will Be Loved" Despite irregularities in pitching, the group didn't fail to lose their composure to hold the audience's attention as the audience asked for encore. However, the highlight of the evening was the beatboxer duo Michelle and Charles who captivated the audience with their vocal band antics...

Hi folks ! Here's an update from Jon from S'pore Art Cafe (SAC) regarding the a cappella showcase.... Latest line-up for May 30 : vocal bands Beats & Pieces and Acareak , and beatboxers Michelle & Charles . Date: 30 May 2007 ( Wed ) Venue: SAC ( entrance of library@Esplanade) Time: 7 - 9pm Free admission - just pay for your own F&B...

Time out with Juz B 29 May 2007, Tuesday 12.45pm - 1.15pm Esplanade Concert Hall Free admission. Click here to view the flyer for further info. Known for having a lot of soul - this award-winning group recently bagged two awards at the second Asian A Cappella Festival / Competition as well as captured the hearts of a cappella supporters in Taipei. Made up of a group of passionate and talented young men the group prides itself in its selection of Malay pop songs as well as English & Mandarin pop ballads and pop rock songs. Known for their excellent groove and on-stage antics, the boys have set their sights to explore and develop vocal percussion singing both locally and internationally.

The Singapore Art Café will be holding an a cappella showcase in the month of May. GOT! (Gathering Of Talents) A Cappella will be held on May 30 (Wed) from 7 - 9pm . The current line up for May 30 is Beats&Pieces and two beatboxers Michelle & Charles . There are available slots of about 20 min each available for vocal bands and beatboxers. Interested parties may contact Jonathan at meet@singaporeartcafe.com or 96668850 to arrange an audition.

Budak Pantai will be singing at blue Moo cafe located on the lovely rooftop of YMCA Orchard on 25 May 2007 (Friday) from 7.30pm onwards. Entrance fees are priced at $10, inclusive a drink & snack. Visit blue Moo website at http://www.bluemoo.com.sg to book seats and further info.