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Two years ago, we entered the Open category and came a respectable 3rd, but more importantly, it inspired the organisers to introduce a new category for Signing Choirs!
This year, we entered the Corau Arwyddo – the Signing Category, kindly sponsored by Conwy Arts Trust.
Our three songs were along the theme of Musicals, and we signed to Abba’s Mama Mia, Bring Him Home from Les Misérables, and finished with Joyful, Joyful, from Sister Act II.
Our interpretation was true to British Sign Language in terms of translation and more importantly interpretation of the meaning of the lyrics, and this was picked out by the judges who said, “The connection between the music and the way it was communicated was absolutely stunning.” Please scroll down for the full Judges’ Feedback.
Videos and pictures from this event can be seen on our Watch Us page on our website here – Watch us : Dee Sign BSL Choir
Celia Chapman, Director
with Sallie Pane, Musical Co-Ordinator
Compere Dilwyn Price with Sallie Pane, Lucy Bowers, Joshua McCoy and Celia Chapman
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Corau Arwyddo – Signing Category
Dee Sign Choir – Judges Notes
Mamma Mia
· The performance was very synchronised and delivered with such passion.
· Clever communication of lyrics and music.
Bring Him Home
· Again, this piece was delivered with passion and feeling.
· The performance was expressive and connected to emotion.
Joyful, Joyful
· Excellent choreography.
· Well done to the choir for remaining so still during the opening.
· Within the performance the faster movements were on beat and delivered well.
· Lovely duet.