FAQs
What kind of songs do you sing?
Anything that feels good to sing! We'll cover a wide range of styles over the contemporary pop genre of music with a few wild cards thrown in! Emotive, mostly upbeat songs with powerful lyrics to lift the spirits and give us a little challenge along the way, you'll be singing your heart out to in no time.
What time and when?
Wednesday evenings during term time, 7:30pm - 9pm
Rotherwick Village Hall, Hook - RG27 9BG
There are 3 terms a year, spread over 10 weeks each with half term and end of term breaks between.
Can I just turn up?
Yes you can! It helps me to plan seating if I know how many I'm expecting each time so I do encourage you to register before you come for your free trial. It also makes it easier if you wish to join after the session.
Do I need to be able to read music?
No! We will be learning by rote and developing new skills as we go. This ensures that everyone starts at the same level and learns together. There are no auditions, just join in and give your best.
Can I bring a friend along?
Yes! The more the merrier. You are welcome to invite friends and family to come and sing with you with a discount offered to two or more members from the same household subscribing for membership together.
What do I need to bring?
Just some water! And maybe a pencil for scribbles and notes on your lyric sheets.
How much will it cost to join?
Everyone is welcome to come along for a free trial session!
After that, if you'd like to join as a member there is a monthly fee of £25 paid by subscription.
The breakdown is £100 per term spread over a 12 month period making it a more accessible option.
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You are paying for the time you are a member of The Choir Effect and everything that it offers, not just the rehearsals as we don't offer a pay as you go service. This means that there will be a payment taken in August even though rehearsals have stopped but your membership and all the benefits will continue.
What's included in my monthly membership?
All choir rehearsals x 10 per term, performance opportunities and experiences, access to our "Members Area" of the website with resources to allow you to practise at home as well as prior notice for upcoming performances and other activities taking place such as family and friends events or workshops. You'll also be given access to our private members group on facebook - The Choir Effect Rotherwick - where you can stay in touch with other members, join in with and arrange social events, share and see videos and photos of us in action and stay up to date with announcements.
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Can I get a refund if I haven't attended?
Much the same as other subscription services such as a gym membership for example, refunds cannot be given for non attendance. There is no minimum term agreement though so you can cancel your membership with a months notice at any time.
However, there will be exceptional cases where this is open to review please get in touch to discuss.
Can I pay as I go?
There are a number of ongoing costs that need to be covered to keep the choir up and running so pay as you go is not a viable option for us unfortunately.
Can I pay in cash?
All payments must be made via the website or via direct transfer to allow me to keep track of all payments. Cash cannot be accepted.
I'm really nervous!
You will never be asked to stand and sing alone, or put on the spot! I invite every new attendee to have a very informal chat with me at the start so I can help get you settled in comfortably. Everyone is welcome, whether you have never sung before or you have lots of experience we are a welcoming and friendly choir all round.
I'll let you into a secret, I get nervous too! But we're in it together! It's absolutely normal and ok to feel nervous when you're starting something new, feel free to join in as much or as little as you feel comfortable with. No pressure.
Are performances compulsory?
Performing with your choir is an experience not to miss! However, you will never be forced into performing if you don't want to. You will be encouraged to join in and reassured throughout the process if you're feeling a bit anxious but I've never had a member say that they regret performing! In fact, no matter how nervous they were before hand it usually ends in big smiles that leave you on a natural high!
Is there a uniform?
We have T-shirts and sweatshirts with our logo printed on them that we wear for performances. It is not a requirement to purchase the uniform, all we ask is that you try to match the navy blue theme if you are joining in with a performance.
How do I purchase a top?
Come and see me at rehearsal if you have any questions about the tops or sizing etc or if you wish to place an order.
Short sleeved T-shirts are £20
Long sleeved sweatshirts are £25
Payment is made via bank transfer.
I have another question not answered here...
Please do get in touch to ask me any questions about choir or booking in for a free trial, I'm here to help.
Either fill in the form below and i'll get back to you or contact me directly info@thechoireffect.com