A relatively new, small and welcoming choir, singing soulful and uplifting songs mostly in English but also songs from around the world. Sessions are fun and informal, we’re singing for the love of it and many members talk about how much better they feel after each session.

Here’s a testimonial from one regular member:

‘Jo has established a wonderful feel to our community choir. We are about inclusivity, building confidence, finding creativity, and allowing people to be themselves. She is supportive, kind, clear and encouraging. I’ve found myself gaining confidence in singing out, enjoying trying out different voices, being able to get it wrong and try again. I love the warm ups, the short rounds and easy songs and the ones we work for – songs from all over the world, sad songs and uplifting songs too. And she often finishes with improvisation which everyone loves. This small, intimate community choir focuses on wellbeing and enjoyment without losing any tone or beauty. The buzz when we end is palpable and all of us have improved and sing out with confidence.’

Tuesdays, termtime, 7.15 - 8.45pm

A monthly session of Collaborative Vocal Improvisation in the beautiful Bennett Centre Great Hall. This is a friendly and welcoming group exploring various forms and exercises from this fun, joyous, soulful and deep art form.

Joanna has been leading Vocal Imrpov since 2018, and has studied extensively with Briony Greenhill in the lineage of Bobby McFerrin and Rhiannon.

Joanna also runs a weekly group, currently on Thursdays 7-9pm. Please get in touch for details.

3rd Sunday of the month (except school holidays), 2 - 4.30 pm.