Storey’s Field Centre, Eddington Avenue, Cambridge CB3 1AA

We are a  friendly  acappella choir of around 36 singers set up in 2010, aimed at people who have some experience in singing.  Our singing shows our passion for the magical sound of voices in harmony. We sing traditional and contemporary songs from many musical traditions, creating vibrant, energetic and well crafted performances that inspire our audiences.  We are based in Cambridge and perform here and beyond in many different sorts of spaces . We usually sing to raise money for charitable causes.

Wednesday evenings

65 Grove Street, Retford, DN22 6LA

A lively choir for people of all ages who enjoy singing mainly for pleasure, but with the occasional informal performance.

Tuesday evenings in term time from 7 to 8.30 pm

Stratford-upon-Avon

We are a friendly, welcoming group who sing for pleasure and well-being. All songs taught by ear and laughter. No auditions, no experience necessary, just enjoy exploring the range and flexibility of your voice with songs from different sources: gospel, African, blues, contemporary, world song, Taize, in rounds, 3 or 4-part harmony. We are frequently fuelled by cake. Do get in touch, we’d love to see you.

Thursday mornings

St Paul's Church Hall, Seale Street, Chester Green, Derby, DE1 3RT

Rise and Sing meets once a fortnight during term times on a Saturday morning in Chester Green, Derby.  All are welcome, the choir is accessible and friendly.

As a member of the Natural Voice Network I believe that singing with our natural voices is something that everyone can do. The choir sessions are about enjoying singing together, learning new songs and returning to known songs. Most songs are in four parts. Everything is taught by ear so you do not need to be able to read music, and there are no auditions.

Most of the songs I choose come from three sources: Natural Voice Network composers who are writing new songs for community choirs; Unicorn Voice Camp composers, and Northern Harmony from whom I get traditional and contemporary shape note songs, traditional gospel song arrangements and songs from worldwide cultures. I love rounds and am always searching for ones that work well for us.

You are welcome to come and see what Rise and Sing is like,  your first session will be free. The usual fee is £5 or less according to what you can afford, pay with card or cash at the door. Please contact me with any questions you may have with regard to attending.

Rise and Sing dates 2025:

• 19 July
• 13 and 27 Sept
• 11 and 25 October
• 8 November
• 6 and 20 December

Special Events:

• 24 August Singing Walk in Derbyshire all day. The walk will be led by Paul and Kathy Whetstone, singing led by Deb. Meet at Alstonefield Village Hall at 10.30 for an 11.00 start. Distance 5.7 miles over varied terrain, field paths and potentially muddy sections if it’s been raining. One uphill section, otherwise gentle ups and downs. Words for songs will be provided, mostly very easy to learn. Bring your picnic lunch and waterproofs.
• 6 September Shape Note Singing Morning 10.00 – 1.00 at Broadway Baptist Church, 166 Broadway, Derby, DE22 1BP. Learn shape note songs, each part taught by ear. Shape note singing is an American church singing tradition with songs from the 1700s through to now. Please book here if possible: tickets for shape note morning as this helps us know how many are coming, but turning up on the day is also fine.

• 22 November Rolling Harmony workshop and concert Book now for what will be a brilliant afternoon workshop 2.30 – 5.30 and evening concert 7.30 – 9.30. Broadway Baptist Church,
  166 Broadway, Derby, DE22 1BP.  Near bus routes, parking on site.

Saturdays 11am - 1pm every fortnight