Information current as at MARCH 2004

Choir's Email Address: manager@gloriana.com.au

Choir's Website: www.gloriana.com.au/default.htm

Vision statement / Artistic goals: Gloriana is a Melbourne-based vocal ensemble of 18 to 24 voices founded in 1994 by its director Andrew Raiskums; Gloriana's programs traverse a wide range of genres and styles but focus on the a cappella performance of Renaissance and contemporary choral music

Voice type: SATB

Choir performs: Both unaccompanied & accompanied

Year Choir formed: 1994

No. of Singing Members - Currently: 22 Desired: 22

Musical Repertoire: Emphasis on European Renaissance and contemporary

Musical Director: Andrew Raiskums

No. of years in current post: 11

Previous musical experience: n/a

Choir's past collaborations with other musical groups: Chamber ensembles, period instruments and organ as required

Audition: Yes - rehearsal with Musical Director

Minimum Attendance policy - Rehearsals: Yes Concerts: Yes

Membership Fees: none

Ability to read music: Essential

Sight-reading ability: Essential

Av. No. of rehearsals/week: 1

Usual rehearsal night(s): Monday

Suburb: Fitzroy

Rehearsal venue: St Mark's Anglican Church

Off-street parking: Yes

Performance Apparel: Black evening wear

Av. No. of Concert Programs/year: 4

Av. No. of Performances/year: 5

Sample of the Choir's past Concert Venues: Trinity College Chapel, Ormond College Chapel, 333 Collins St, St Paul's Cathedral

Examples of musical pieces performed: Missa Gloria Tibi Trinitas (Taverner), Requiem (Howell), Missa Hodie Christus Natus Est (Palestrina)

Touring: No

Administration / Governance arrangements for the Choir: General Manager

Own collection of music scores: Yes

Available for hire to other groups: Yes