Musical Director
Lea Baker - Master Director
Lea Baker is the founder and Musical Director of Endeavour Harmony Chorus. Growing up in a musical family where harmony singing was common, Lea developed a wonderful ear and a passion for harmony singing.
Lea joined a local Sydney chorus in 1988 and spent six years with them, eventually becoming Assistant Director. To fulfill her dream of leading a chorus of her own, in 1996 Lea formed the Endeavour Harmony Chorus.
Lea is a Certified Master Director, and is a skilled vocal coach. She travels to the US often to attend educational workshops and competitions.
Lea now shares her knowledge and enthusiasm throughout the Australian region, coaching other choruses and quartets on a regular basis. An avid quartet singer, she competed on the regional competition stage for the 5th time in 2009 where her quartet 'Andiamo' placed 3rd overall.
Lea is a member of the Education Faculty of Sweet Adelines Australia, and regularly runs education classes and workshops at regional education events.
In April 2009, Lea was appointed to the Editorial Review Board of Sweet Adelines International.
In July 2009, Lea was awarded the pretigious Anne Gooch award by Sweet Adelines International. This award recognises Lea's achievements in education and promotion of barbershop harmony singing in Australia. Lea was presented the award in October at the 2009 International Convention in Nashville, USA.
Contact Lea at: director@endeavourharmony.com
Lea receiving the Ann Gooch award in Nashville October 2009, from Ann Gooch.
