To promote live music, in particular choral singing, as a community benefit
Aims
To provide open access to the choir and acceptance of all singing abilities
To improve individuals’ skills and confidence in singing
To create a group ethos in the Community Choir in which people can sing and perform together and make friends
To perform to local community audiences and spread the appreciation of music
To improve individuals’ health and well-being through being part of an activity
To take singing to groups in the community such as care homes and disadvantaged young people (outreach work)
Activities
Use of live music to accompany singing
Regular choir sessions with paid leaders/ musicians to improve skills and confidence
Working with elderly people in care homes and community groups to encourage them to sing and perform, for social and health benefits
Putting on performances, both closed ones for local groups and open ones in the community, to spread the love of music and contribute to community cohesion.
Encouraging small groups and individuals within the choir to sing and perform