Joining the Choir - FAQs

If you are thinking of joining the choir, here are the answers to a few Frequently Asked Questions that you may find helpful.
 

• Where & when are rehearsals ?  The choir rehearses every Wednesday (from 7.30 pm to 9.45 pm) at Lillington Primary School (see below). Members are expected to attend most rehearsals, to ensure that we maintain a high quality of performance. In addition to weekly rehearsals, we hold a Saturday Workshop each term when we give time to developing our individual voices and the sound of the choir as a whole.

• Can I try it out ?  You are welcome to come along and join us on a trial basis for a few weeks and get a feeling for the choir. We will lend you the necessary music, subject to a small charge for music hire. We think you will find us friendly and helpful.

• Will I need an Audition?  After two or three weeks, you will be asked to take an audition. This will involve some voice exercises, simple sight reading and you may be asked to prepare a short piece to sing. This audition will be performed privately with the conductor, and usually takes place on a normal rehearsal night.
  If this sounds serious, don't be alarmed! As well as striving for choral perfection we like to enjoy ourselves in the process!

• How much will it cost ?  As a new member, you will enjoy your first term subscription free. Once you are a full member of the choir, you will need to pay a proportion of the annual subscription for the remaining terms and to hire or buy music for concerts. The annual subscription rate for 2009/2010 is £80, reduced for students, under 25s and UB40s.   Fees are normally due in September, and can be paid by cash/cheque, online banking, or in instalments by standing order. 

If you would like to join, or have some questions you would like to ask, go to the “contact us” page and ring or e-mail for more information.

How to find us:

Lillington Primary School is on Cubbington Road, Leamington Spa, CV32 7AG.