FAQ’s
Got a burning question about joining? You might find the answer below. If not, just send us a message and we will happily help.
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Book a taster session. Once that’s confirmed you can come along to and give us a try, before deciding whether to become a member. If you need help with booking, just send us a message or drop us an email. We are very friendly and very patient.
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Taster sessions are a one-off fee of £7. Refunded if you join as a member with 7 days of your taster.
Membership is £28 per month, paid monthly in advance. Membership renews automatically each month until you cancel.
If you change your mind within 14 days of joining, just let us know and we'll cancel your membership and refund your first monthly membership payment in full.
After that, you can cancel your membership at any time through your website account.
Membership includes access to rehearsals, performances, practice resources, choir app, professional musical direction, social activities and friendly choir community.
Reduced-fee memberships of up to 50% off are available. Please contact us to discuss this discreetly.
For full details, please see our Fees Policy.
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You certainly wouldn’t be the first person to arrive thinking that. You don’t need previous singing experience. You won’t be judged, we don’t expect perfection and our rehearsals are designed to help you build confidence as you learn.
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We meet every Monday, 7.30pm-9pm, during school term time. Doors open at 7.15pm for registration. We meet at The Heys School, Heys Road, Prestwich. Booking a new member taster is required before attending.
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Absolutely not. There’s no auditions and no is experienced needed. If you can hum, whisper or even accidentally sing the wrong notes with enthusiasm, you will fit right in. We learn songs together in rehearsal, with teaching and practice resources to help you build confidence along the way.
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No. We learn by ear with clear, step by step teaching. You can use our lyric sheets or sheet music if you find it helpful, but it is never required.
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No. We know life happens and there’s members may sometimes miss a rehearsal. Membership gives you ongoing access to PCC, ChoirMate app, practice resources, rehearsal updates and catch up recordings, so you can stay connected and up to date even when you miss a week.
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No. Performances are optional, although lots of our members enjoy taking part. If you choose to perform, we’ll give you rehearsal information and practice resources to help you feel prepared and confident.
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Yes. Danni, our Musical Director, is brilliant at helping people grow in confidence and skill. Whether you want to sing in harmony or just feel more at home with your voice, you will be supported every step of the way.
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Very likely. We are a warm and sociable choir and we do our best to make sure everyone feels welcome and included. We also run regular socials where people chat, laugh and bond over biscuits, brews, beers, birthdays and everything in between.
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We sing contemporary pop and musicals with a mix of acapella and accompanied tracks. We ask our members for song suggestions because choosing what to sing together is half the fun.
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No. You will never be put on the spot or asked to sing alone in front of the group. We sing together in sections and as a full choir, with plenty of support from our Musical Director.