BASS
Paul’s deep tones are a rare and essential part of our ensemble bringing a depth, volume and strength upon which all voices can confidently balance.
Whilst possessing a similar vocal range to the baritones in our ensemble, Paul’s timbre carries sufficient weight to be considered as ‘bass-like’ and his warm and beautiful sound is instantly calming. These qualities make an excellent counterpoint to Paul’s passion for the study of advanced finance and his less calming passion for playing all forms of rugby.
TENOR
Being one of the higher male voices of the ensemble Zak, like the sopranos, is capable of delivering thrilling high notes with a brilliant, shining timbre.
Renaissance music is a favourite genre of Zak’s as he enjoys lending his unique vocal tone to this specific texture and utilising his ability to drive the momentum required in its execution. Additionally, Zak is the epitome of Renaissance Man who is skilled at all tasks he attempts and has a wide-ranging knowledge in many fields, particularly horticulture where Zak’s no-dig gardening methods has seen him contribute, on a regular basis, to many prestigious gardening publications.
BARITONE
Luke refuses to buy into the argument that the baritone may be considered the ‘most common’ of all voice types.
His glorious middle-register has won many fans particularly when covering the classic arrangements made popular by the crooners such as Frank Sinatra and Harry Connick Jnr. Beat-boxing is a regular pastime activity of Luke’s which he brilliantly deploys in our contemporary, popular repertoire and to accelerate his progression in the queue during his frequent visits to the McDonald’s drive-through.
SOPRANO
As a dramatic soprano, Morgan’s tone is lush and provides a fuller, heavier texture and balance to the soprano line-up.
Morgan’s powerful vocals add a smouldering quality to our performances and, whilst dramatic by name, Morgan is by no means dramatic in nature often seen sitting quietly in a green room absorbed in a compelling novel.
BARITONE
Kristian’s baritone provides a wide range of vocal timbres placed between that of the tenor and bass.
Early in his career, Kristian caught wise to the fact that his baritone provides a vocal variety and contrast that made, for him, much more exciting opportunities than dividing parts between those ‘who could sing high’ and those ‘who could sing low’. Similarly, Kristian is often caught betwixt country or R&B selections in our social open-mic nights.
SOPRANO
The term ‘soprano’ derives from the Italian word ‘sopra’ meaning ‘above’ and Lauren’s soprano voice provides a superb luminescence and a most flexible sound to the ensemble.
When either executing the melody or descant, Lauren’s tone shimmers and rings clear to the furthest seat of the audience. When not singing, Lauren adores dance and in particular ballet. Her proficiency in the latter created a challenging choice early in her career. Fortunately, for us, Lauren chose to pursue her passion for soprano.
ALTO
Caitlin possesses a tone so deep that she offers our baritones a run for their money.
Her lower register is a key feature to our distinctive sound and Caitlin knows better than most how to truly utilise her thicker fold resonance capabilities. A long time resident of the beautiful Russell Island, Caitlin loves fishing and is renowned for her success in state-wide fishing competitions.
SOPRANO
Ella’s virtuosity is characterised by her impressive range.
She possesses a bright timbre but don’t let the word ‘bright’ deceive you as she is equally capable of immense depth and richness of tone. A devotee of Tai Chi, Ella’s incantations force-multiply the body-energy levels regularly required by the ensemble in performance.
MEZZO SOPRANO
The name mezzo-soprano is derived from the Italian prefix ‘mezzo’ meaning ‘half’.
However, there is nothing half-hearted about the warm and sturdy timbre Ava provides to the group. Ava enjoys baking treats for the team and is renowned for her skills with instant-recall of song titles and artists on as little as a few notes and lyrics.
TENOR
Aarya sings a clear, yet spicy tenor in the ensemble.
Transitioning from a successful period as an alto, Aarya enjoys the full and energetic vocal lines he now contributes to Vocal Manoeuvres. As with his music, Aarya relishes both the art and science of pure mathematics and is regularly heard conversing in mandarin around the corridors of our rehearsal venues.