Cantabrainers Choir

A Therapeutic Choir
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The Cantabrainers Choir is a therapeutic choir for people with neurological conditions such as Parkinson’s disease, Stroke and Multiple Sclerosis. Everyone is welcome. If you would like to join, please contact us for more information.

The choir is run by Therapy Professionals who provide a Music Therapist and Speech-Language Therapist to support the choir. It is under the auspices of the New Zealand Brain Research Institute who provide support to apply for funding.

Key details

NB We will be starting on 2 May 2018 this year.
When: Every Wednesday, during term time from 10:00am-11:45am
Where: Mary Potter Community Centre, 442 Durham St North - map
Cost: $10 per session, payable in cash
Contact us for more information

Do I have to be a singer?

The Cantabrainers Choir differs from other choirs as the singing is about learning to use the voice effectively, in a fun way. It is run by a Music Therapist and Speech Language Therapist, in an environment where people with similar issues feel comfortable and less likely to be judged. It suits a wide range of abilities. You don’t have to be a ‘singer’. Songs are chosen, developed and adapted to suit the needs of participants. Call us for a chat if you're not sure whether you or your loved one is suited to the choir.

Choir goals

The choir aims to improve and maintain communication through physical activity, social interaction, and emotional development. Education about communication disorders and the role of music in recovery is also provided. We work closely with the CeleBRation Choir in Auckland - the choir who provided inspiration for the establishment of the Cantabrainers. Several other choirs are also being established in New Zealand, please contact our Music Therapist or Speech-Language Therapist for further information.

Choir registration form

Xmas Concert 2017 - Part 1

Donate

Donations can be made via the NZBRI website. After donating, please email Kate Russell to advise that you wish your donation to go to the choir.

Or via our 'Give-a-little' page
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Fundraising

We're fundraising by selling Entertainment Book membership

To order your Entertainment membership and support the choir please visit:

https://www.entertainmentbook.co.nz/orderbooks/9343k45