A friendly choir in Prestwich singing pop, musicals and feel good songs with zero pressure. Come for a taster, meet lovely people and see if this is your new favourite night of the week.
Join Prestwich Community Choir
Try a taster session
Your first visit is a fun taster session at the start of a half term. You can meet the team, sing with us and decide if you want to join. Everyone is welcome. Even if you think you croak more than you sing.
See what Luke our newest recruit had to say about his taster session.
What to expect
We know it can feel nerve wracking to walk in for the first time, so here is the honest version.
You arrive.
Someone friendly smiles at you.
You meet your buddy.
You think maybe this will be ok.
Then we warm up, we laugh, and before you know it you are singing along and enjoying the moment.
No reading music or perfection needed. No pressure.
After your taster we’ll send you information about signing up as a full member.
Book a Taster
Fees and joining
After your taster you can join as a member:
Taster Session: £7
From 1 April, membership is £28 per month, paid monthly in advance. Cancel anytime. Membership includes weekly rehearsals during term time plus access to our choir app, choir resources, socials and performance opportunities.
We use a simple online system, so booking your taster and paying is easy and fuss-free. After your taster session we’ll email all the details you need to sign up fully and make further payments.
Reduced rate memberships (up to 50% off) are available for those on low or no income, with limited places and at the discretion of the Choir Director. Please contact us to discuss.
All fees are non-refundable or transferrable. For more information, please see our fees policy.
Accessibility and inclusion
Everyone is welcome here.
We offer accessible routes, alternative seating and a warm space where you can take things at your own pace.
If you want to tell us anything ahead of time, you can add it in your registration form and we will do everything we can to support you.
You can read our Access Statement for more information or contact us if you want to discuss your needs.
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 and pay for a taster session, complete the simple registration form as you book (required). Once you’re all booked you can just come along to the taster. 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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After your taster you can join as a member:
Taster Session: £7
From 1 April, membership is £28 per month, paid monthly in advance. Cancel anytime. Membership includes weekly rehearsals during term time plus access to our choir app, choir resources, socials and performance opportunities.
We use a simple online system, so booking your taster and paying is easy and fuss-free. After your taster session we’ll email all the details you need to sign up fully and make further payments.
Reduced rate memberships (up to 50% off) are available for those on low or no income, with limited places and at the discretion of the Choir Director. Please contact us to discuss.
All fees are non-refundable or transferrable. For more information, please see our fees policy.
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Then you are our favourite type of person to welcome. Confidence grows naturally here.
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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. Someone friendly will met you at the door to show you the way. Booking a new member taster is required before attending.
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Absolutely not. Anyone of any ability is welcome and there are no auditions. If you can hum, whisper or even accidentally sing the wrong notes with enthusiasm, you will fit right in.
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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. You can come the weeks that work for you. Life happens and you will never be judged for missing a rehearsal. We don’t even expect you to tell us if you can’t make it either.
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Only if you want to. Performances are optional but many members discover they love them once they give it a try. The feel good atmosphere is a real buzz!
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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. There is absolutely no pressure to do anything outside your comfort zone.
We do offer a small number of solos, duets and small group moments throughout the year for anyone who enjoys a challenge. If you would like to try for these, we invite people to have a go at the beginning of each term. Taking part is completely optional and always done in a supportive way.