Based in Queenscliffe at the Neighbourhood House, Tides of Welcome began in 2003 and was originally led by Sarah Carroll.
Since then the "Tiders" have had enormous success and are currently under the direction of Nadine Joy. We perform at various events ranging from community events, performances at the Uniting Church and the Queenscliff Music Festival through to wedding proposals and festivals such as the "Mouth to Mountain" and “Tranquility at Twilight”.
The choir comprises locals from the Bellarine Peninsula in Victoria, who enjoy the experience of singing together and creating soulful harmonies under the direction of their dedicated leaders.
The choir comprises locals from the Bellarine Peninsula in Victoria, who enjoy the experience of singing together and creating soulful harmonies under the direction of their dedicated leaders.
"The Tides of Welcome is a welcoming, inclusive, community based choir in Queenscliff who enjoy the experience of singing together."
"There is something powerful about the experience of singing together where these feelings of warmth, joy and harmony are shared with the audience."
Choir Director:
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Nadine Joy, Adv. Dip. Music (Performance)
Singer | Choir Leader | Music Educator | Performer With nearly 30 years in music, Nadine Joy is a seasoned performer, educator, and vocal ensemble leader. Known for her dynamic presence and commitment to community music-making as a tool for connection and wellbeing, she has led groups like The Gordon TAFE Jazz Choir and Angels of Joy, and is the leader of the trio Finely Weathered Friends, where she writes, arranges, and teaches 3-part harmony. Nadine teaches voice, ukulele, and piano at Geelong Grammar, Belmont High, and privately, and also taught jazz vocals and aural training at The Gordon Jazz Course. She’s performed across genres, from the leader singer in French gypsy jazz band Hot Club Swing to folk and theatre, and contributed to recordings like Douce Ambience (Hot Club Swing), Up In Lights (Acabellas), and Underwater Butterflies (Tiffany Echardt). A songwriter since 1994, she has written, arranged, taught, and shared many beautiful, comforting, inspiring and quirky original songs. Nadine holds an Advanced Diploma in Music Performance (Jazz), a Diploma in Vocational Education, and Grade 8 Modern Singing (ANZCA). She brings to every project a vibrant mix of artistry, leadership, and warmth, is passionate about bringing people together through music, and is eager to contribute to community-based projects in both leadership and participant roles. |
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Information:
The Tides of Welcome rehearse each Thursday evening at the Queenscliff Hub in Hesse Street between 7:30-9:00 pm. Three singing sections are catered for: Soprano, Alto/ Tenor and Bass. We operate on a school term basis and accept new members at the commencement of each year during terms one and two. Fees, currently $132 (full fee) and $121 (concession), are paid on a term basis and members are required to attend most of the year. For information about joining Tides of Welcome please contact
Queenscliff Neighbourhood House 3 Tobin Drive Queenscliff VIC 3225 Phone: 03 5258 3367 |
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