Bravehearts Choir

Bravehearts choir was set up in 2014 for cancer patients, survivors, and supporters. It has developed into a choir open to anyone who wants to sing as part of a community based choir, that also raises money for various cancer charities. The choir re-opened after covid in September 2022 with Ms Jean O'Reilly as our new conductor. Jean has an MA in music and is the music and learning support teacher at Cloaiste Muire, Crosshaven and has previously conducted school choirs in Wesley college, Dublin and Borris Vocational School, Borris and 3 previous schools. Jean has continued her professional and musical development with:
Harmony and Melody Writing Workshop with the PPMTA - Jan 2015.
Annual PPMTA Conference - Oct 2011 - 2014 and 2019.
Melody Writing Workshop with the PPMTA - March 2014.
Continuing Professional Development Programme with he Music Network - September 2009 - May 2010.
Diploma in Piano Performance with the London College of Music - December 2008.
Choral Conducting Course with the AIOC - August 2008.
The Bravehearts held a Christmas concert in 2022 along with singing in the Marina Market. Prior to covid the choir held regular concerts and fundraising events.