We are always open to welcoming new members to the choir. Although members do need to be able to sing in tune there is no requirement to have had previous choir experience or to be able to read music. We learn new songs by slowly building up the parts (Sopranos, Altos, Tenors and Basses) in rehearsals until they become familiar to us and we gain the confidence to build towards performing them. We have recorded parts and song words available in the Members' section of the website to support this familiarisation. We do have a repertoire of songs that we have been singing for years, so it can take time and patience to pick up the parts that existing members are already familiar with, but new members do catch up in time!
While we have a focus on the joy and challenge of learning interesting songs and parts we are also performance focused. We have a calender of performances throughout the year. Performing can be nerve racking and exhilerating, but always satisfying.
Prospective members are encouraged to come to a rehearsal to meet us and experience how we work. If you are interested to join we offer 3 free rehearsal sessions before we ask for any fees to be paid - currently £7.50 per rehearsal.
We asked some of our choir members to share their experiences of being in the choir - see below. We look forward to welcoming you!
