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# REVIEW: Brighton Fringe: Rainbow Chorus Sing Out
- URL: https://www.scenemag.co.uk/review-brighton-fringe-rainbow-chorus-sing-out/
- Published: 2016-05-24T11:32:50.000Z
- Updated: 2016-05-24T11:32:50.000Z
- Description: Sing out is certainly what the Rainbow Chorus did on Monday evening. A fringe event that was a taster of their June concert, it was also a window into the workings of The Rainbow Chorus, and a chance to feel what it’s like to sing in a choir.
- Author: Michael Hydes
- Tags: Arts, In The South, News, Reviews, Brighton Fringe, Rainbow Chorus

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Sing out is certainly what the Rainbow Chorus did on Monday evening.

A fringe event that was a taster of their June concert, it was also a window into the workings of The Rainbow Chorus, and a chance to feel what it’s like to sing in a choir.

What stood out the most throughout the evening was how much fun everyone was having. The chorus members sang out with gusto and with a genuine excitement that was infectious.

**Aneesa Chaudhry** is a dynamic and energetic director, lending confidence and enthusiasm to the choir. It’s no surprise that nearly every section is full and there is a waiting list to join. (Only a few places in the bass section are presently open).

**Mojca Monte** is a versatile and responsive pianist, and **Marco Nardi,** the BSL (British Sign Language) interpreter was wonderfully expressive and great to watch. Both of them lent an energy to the evening that never lagged for a moment.

In the first half the choir sang *Somebody that I used to know, Going up the Yonder, Where are the clowns?*, and *Something inside so strong*, finishing with an interactive piece called *Jubilation.* Not just a sing along, the audience were invited to choose a section and join the choir! The result was joyful; for both participants and those who chose to simply listen and observe.

After the break the choir sang *The olive tree*, A lovely native Mauri song I’d not heard before, a rousing version of *Hava nagila* (in Hebrew!), *Time to say goodbye,* (in Italian!), finishing with the tongue twisting *Rhythm of life.*

The whole evening was relaxed and informal, and without the perfection or expectation required of a formal concert they created a novel experience. Yet the songs still had a polish that hinted at the superb music planned for their summer concert *Songs Without Borders,* planned for June 25 at St. George’s Church. I have no doubt it will sell out quickly, so I would get your tickets early!