The Redcliffe City Choir brought the community together for a memorable 40th-anniversary celebration at CWA Hall, where past and present members joined for an afternoon of music that traced four decades of local choral history.
A Musical Journey Through Time
Established in 1985, the choir began with 57 members responding to a newspaper ad seeking singers for a non-auditioned group. Over the years, it has performed folk songs, musicals, madrigals, opera choruses, and spirituals, bringing fine choral music to the Redcliffe Peninsula.
Community members noted that the choir has remained a space for connection and shared joy, even as membership shifted after the challenges of recent years.
Leadership and Talent
The choir is now led by musical director Eli Ball, a Queensland Conservatorium student with experience directing youth performances and composing original music.
Accompanist Sherree Cudney, a seasoned music educator and performer, supported the choir throughout the event. Their leadership has guided the group through modern performances while maintaining its traditional community-focused spirit.
Community Engagement and Appreciation
Attendees reflected on the event as a reunion and celebration. One past member described it as a lovely afternoon, appreciating the chance to reconnect with old friends.
Another expressed pride in the choir’s achievements and gratitude for being part of its journey, even briefly, highlighting the choir’s lasting influence in the community.
Event Details
The anniversary concert took place on September 6 at the CWA Hall in Redcliffe. Tickets were priced at $5 for adults, free for children, and included afternoon tea.
The gathering not only marked four decades of music but also showcased the choir’s diverse repertoire and highlighted its role as a long-standing community gathering point.
Published 3-October-2025
