Be part of the Ukestral Voices Choir!
Jane Jelbart directs this community choir (with a little difference), teaching songs from around the world, as well as gospel, contemporary music and folk. We have performed at numerous festivals, including the National Folk Festival in 2014, 2015, 2018, 2019, 2022 and 2024.
We offer two opportunities to be a part of Ukestral Voices; Friday afternoons – which has been going since 2012 and Wednesday evenings – which started March 2017. Both choirs are open to new singers and do not operate on a term basis. You can drop in as you like!
There is an emphasis on harmonising, learning vocal parts, improvising and even a bit of percussion. Jane is keen to get the best from your voice and improve your vocal technique, however she is also keen on having fun and making sure everyone enjoys themselves.
When and Where?
We sing at Adamstown Uniting Church Hall (corner of Brunker and Glebe Rds).
Wednesday evenings 6.30-8pm in the Barnes Room (downstairs) and or
Fridays afternoons 4-5.30pm in the Memorial Hall (upstairs)
Cost?
$20 for casual attendance,
$155 prepaid for ten classes taken any time over the year
Contact Jane if you would like to be a part of Ukestral Voices.
The One Song Sing
Scared to sing alone or in a small group? Come dip your toe in the non-committal water with 150+ non-singers (and many really damn fine singers!). Note: The One Song Sing resumed on June 19th 2022 after a two year Covid hiatus! See our One Song Sing webpage for the next event.
Who is Jane Jelbart?
Jane has been singing and arranging a’capela music for over 20 years and is the main arranger and leader for One Song Sing. She and Mark have toured as teachers and musicians to North America for years. She regularly teaches 3 ukestras each week, and is the Conductor Extraordinaire of the Ukastle Ukestra. Jane has previously played Brazilian and African percussion so she likes to incorporate these elements into the choir. Jane also performs with Mark Jackson in their duo, sometimes trio or quatro Jack n Jel.