ANYONE thinking about singing this year can enjoy a free taster with a choir.
A local music group is offering people the chance to try out one of their sessions in the new year.
Wokingham Rock Choir sings pop and gospel music.
The friendly group is run by choir leader Glen Harvey, and is part of a national singing family that is Rock Choir.
They perform at local events and community causes, but sometimes join other Rock Choirs for big events, recording albums, making television appearances and raising money for charity.
Glen says: “ People can expect a warm welcome, good energy, some fun and a chance to socialise.
“I’ve been leading the group for 14 years now, and Wokingham is one of the larger choirs.
“There are people from all walks of life, ages and abilities.
“The Social aspect is really important to us.
“It’s something that has been severely lacking, so to get together with people of the same mind is just great.”
This term singers will be looking at country songs from Dolly Parton, as well as music from Fleetwood Mac.
“It’s often a real mixed bag, with something for everyone to enjoy, ” says Glen.
“And while we do take part in some big events, like our NEC concert later this year, and recordings at Abbey Wood Studios, we also perform locally for much smaller events.
“People can take part in these if they wish, but there is absolutely no pressure to do so.
“Life is stressful enough, so it’s totally fine if people just want to come along to sessions but don’t want to perform.”
Evening sessions take place at Wokingham’s Holme Grange school sports hall, on Mondays at 7.30pm: on January 16, 23 and 30, February 6, 20 and 27, and March 6 and 13.
Daytime choir is held at St Paul’s Parish Rooms in Wokingham, on Wednesdays at 12.15: on January 11, 18, and 25, February 1, 8, 22, and March 1, 8, 15, and 22.
Rock Choirs are open to everyone, with no need to read music, and no auditions.
To book a free trial, visit: www.rockchoir.com
