Under the direction of Brenda Uchimaru, the members of
Kokoro have shared their joy of singing and given their passion to the heart
and soul of the music they create since 2003. Our name, Kokoro, derives from a
Japanese word, the essence of which has come to mean the centre of life, the
beat of the heart, inner meaning and soul. As a choir, Kokoro’s repertoire
spans all genres, but finds most of its expression in compositions that give
voice to the emotion within the poetry. Idioms of jazz, folk, gospel and
spiritual find their way into each programme. In addition to two annual
concerts, Kokoro also gives back to the community through fundraising events
for organizations supported by Kokoro members. Kokoro signifies not only the
desire to express the passion and soul in music, but also reflects the
relationships between each member, and with our founder, Brenda Uchimaru.
