What happened to Military Wives Choir?
2020. Inspired by the true story of the charity’s beginnings, production company 42 bring the ‘Military Wives’ film to screens nationwide in March. Sadly, due to the drawdown of UK troops from Germany, Bielefeld, Gütersloh and Paderborn Military Wives Choirs closed their doors.
How true is Military Wives Choir?
While the characters and specific storyline of Military Wives is largely fictional, the 2020 film is based on choirmaster Gareth Malone’s choir of the same name.
How many military wives choirs are there now across the world?
75 choirs
Now, there are 75 choirs, comprising 2,300 women, dotted around the world, supported by the Military Wives Choirs charity, of which most are a part.
Is Flitcroft Garrison real?
There are now 75 military wives’ choirs, with more than 2300 members, on British bases around the world. This one takes place at the fictional Flitcroft Garrison, as men of the “Queen’s Lancers” prepare to leave for Afghanistan.
Who were the original Military Wives Choir?
However, it’s worth noting that two women did set up the first real-life choir, Nicky Clarke and Caroline Jopp. They were Scots Guards wives whose husbands were serving in Afghanistan.
Did the Military Wives Choir write their own song?
“Wherever You Are” is a song written by Paul Mealor and performed by the Military Wives Choir, sung by ladies from Chivenor and Plymouth under the direction of Gareth Malone….Wherever You Are (Military Wives song)
| “Wherever You Are” | |
|---|---|
| Genre | Choral |
| Length | 2:51 |
| Label | Decca |
| Songwriter(s) | Text of assorted letters set to music by Paul Mealor |
Where was the original Military Wives Choir?
Faced with this unbearable stress, ten years ago a group of women vowed to support each other through song – and the first Military Wives choir was formed, on the Catterick Army base in North Yorks.
Did the military wives write their own song?
Wherever You Are (Military Wives song)
| “Wherever You Are” | |
|---|---|
| Label | Decca |
| Songwriter(s) | Text of assorted letters set to music by Paul Mealor |
| Producer(s) | Jon Cohen. Mixed by Phil Da Costa and Jon Cohen |
| Military Wives singles chronology |
Which barracks was military wives filmed?
Military Wives filmed extensively at Catterick Garrison in North Yorkshire, home of the original Military Wives Choir and the largest British Army garrison in the world. Other Yorkshire locations included Rudding Park Estate and Almscliff Cragg near Harrogate.
Who conducted Military Wives Choir?
Hilary Davan Wetton
Choir members from 69 choirs in the network were involved in making the album, a total of 1105 singers including 93 from overseas choirs, recording in seven venues across the UK and conducted by Hilary Davan Wetton.
Where was military wives filmed?
Catterick Garrison
Military Wives filmed extensively at Catterick Garrison in North Yorkshire, home of the original Military Wives Choir and the largest British Army garrison in the world. Other Yorkshire locations included Rudding Park Estate and Almscliff Cragg near Harrogate.
Who is the choirmaster on Military Wives?
Choirmaster Gareth Malone has tried to expose singing, specifically in a choral setting, to groups who he believes would benefit largely from the experience. The latest group he targets is the wives and partners of those in the military. This specific ten month project will inclu… Read all
Where did Gareth Malone form Choir of Military Wives?
2/3 In Plymouth, Gareth is overwhelmed by eager new recruits for his choir of military wives. 1/3 Gareth Malone forms a choir with the partners left behind by troops away in Afghanistan.
What does music do for a military wife?
Using the catharsis of music to help them cope with the absence of their partners, they found the very first military wives choir.
Is the movie Military Wives a good movie?
Military Wives is a heartfelt film that is both uplifting and emotional, with standout performances and a truly brilliant final song that brings the whole piece together wonderfully. 11 of 15 people found this review helpful. Was this review helpful to you? | Report this