The People's Show Choir in Cheltenham

Join your local community choir in Cheltenham - sing, make friends and new memories, have fun and join in new adventures.

Rehearsal Venue Details

Dean Close Senior School

The Helen Porter Hall, Dean Close School, Hatherley Rd, Cheltenham, GL51 6EP

Day and Time

Thursday

7:45pm to 9:15pm

Rehearsing weekly during term time

Accessibility

The Cheltenham choir venue is fully wheelchair accessible, with step-free entry and accessible toilets to ensure everyone can join in with ease. While on-site parking may be limited, there’s plenty of surrounding street parking available, and the area is well-served by buses. If you're unsure about access or need a hand with anything, just let us know ahead of time—we're here to help.

Parking available; Bus: 97, 98

What to expect

Each session in Cheltenham opens with a special treat—our accompanist plays a beautiful mini-recital as everyone arrives and gets settled. It's a gentle, inspiring way to ease into the evening and connect with fellow singers. From there, the fun really begins. No experience needed—songs are taught by ear, and while music is provided, Mark walks through how to follow it bit by bit, helping you learn at your own pace. The rehearsal is a vibrant, laughter-filled experience, where voices blend, spirits lift, and friendships blossom. It’s more than singing—it’s a true musical community.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ'S)

What if I’m nervous to come alone?The People's Orchestra2025-05-30T14:27:31+01:00

What if I’m nervous to come alone?

That’s totally normal. Many of our members came along solo – and left with a whole new group of friends

What if I can’t read music?The People's Orchestra2025-05-30T14:26:22+01:00

What if I can’t read music?

We teach by ear and with lyric sheets—super easy.

What kind of music do you sing?The People's Orchestra2025-05-30T14:25:28+01:00

What kind of music do you sing?

A mix of feel-good, uplifting tunes from films, TV, musicals, and more.

Can I try before I commit?The People's Orchestra2025-05-30T18:38:13+01:00

Can I try before I commit?

Yes! Your first two rehearsals are completely free.

What if I can’t read music?The People's Orchestra2025-05-30T14:20:08+01:00

What if I can’t read music?

We teach by ear and with lyric sheets—super easy.

Is there an audition?The People's Orchestra2025-05-30T18:37:15+01:00

Is there an audition?

Never. Just show up, have a go, and enjoy yourself.

Do I need to be able to sing well?The People's Orchestra2025-05-29T16:23:24+01:00

Do I need to be able to sing well?

Nope! We believe everyone can sing – and our rehearsals are all about building confidence and enjoying the music.

Hear what our choir leader Mark Aitchison has to say about the group

"I enjoy leading this group because they keep me on my toes and aren't afraid to ask questions."

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Membership to Cheltenham choir gives you...

An award-winning, local community focused choir experience

Opportunities to build new friendships, develop new skills, increase your confidence and personal well-being with lots of social events and new adventures

The opportunity to experience new experiences, at home in your community or maybe abroad taking part in international tours

Invites to sing on stage in prestigious concert halls with full orchestra experience

Access to bespoke resources and training material to help you learn on the go

Unlimited weekly rehearsals in locations across the United Kingdom, led by professional choir leaders, with live music accompaniment

Invitations to a wide variety of workshop experiences including recordings with award winning film composers, come and sing days and singing showcases

The chance to be a critical part of our charities activities, and support some of the poorest families out of poverty, just by singing

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HOW YOUR MEMBERSHIP MAKES A BIG DIFFERENCE

We are a charity. Every time you sing with us, you are making a positive difference to a strangers life by helping us help some of the poorest people in our communities out of poverty

The Peoples Show Choirs is supported by Arts Council England and holds the Queens Award For Voluntary Service awarded to us by Queen Elizabeth II

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About The People's Show Choir - Cheltenham

Everyone has a voice – and this is where yours shines.

Whether you’ve sung on stage or only in the shower, our choir welcomes all. We sing pop, musical theatre, and feel-good classics – with energy, laughter, and heart.

You don’t need experience. Just come as you are, and enjoy making music in a warm, friendly group that sings with soul and purpose.

You’ll gain:

Confidence to sing out proudly

Friendships and fun every week

Opportunities to perform and make memories

A sense of belonging

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Your first two weeks are free and no payment is asked for until you decide to join, so why not give it a go!

Membership is £18/month

(£12/month concession for students, those unemployed and on Benefits)

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What People Are Saying About Us

There is nothing more rewarding for all our work at rehearsals to perform in front of an appreciative audience and to show the choir leader that we had been listening! Thanks Mark, you’re a star!

Caroline Rees

5 / 5

There is nothing more rewarding for all our work at rehearsals to perform in front of an appreciative audience and to show the choir leader that we had been listening! Thanks Mark, you’re a star!

Caroline Rees

5 / 5

You're in for an absolute treat when you get to meet our brilliant choir leader, Mark! You'll get the song sang to you by him (fabulous voice) & he'll sing the bass parts when we're singing. Excellent teaching structure as well. Really exciting times. We're so lucky to be having him as our choir leader.

Bonnie Toner

5 / 5

Any nerves were quickly dispersed when I saw my supportive choir mates around me plus our fantastic choir leader and pianist to guide us. So enjoyable and recognition of how far we have developed in one term of practice. Loved, loved, loved the experience and the audience loved it too. Can't wait to do it all again next term.

Christine Burgess

5 / 5

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The People's Show Choir in Cheltenham

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ'S)

What if I’m nervous to come alone?

What if I can’t read music?

What kind of music do you sing?

Can I try before I commit?

What if I can’t read music?

Is there an audition?

Do I need to be able to sing well?

Hear what our choir leader Mark Aitchison has to say about the group

Membership to Cheltenham choir gives you...

HOW YOUR MEMBERSHIP MAKES A BIG DIFFERENCE

See what we've been up too...

SEE WHAT WE'VE BEEN UP TOO...

CLAIM YOUR 2 FREE SESSIONS WITH THE PEOPLE'S SHOW CHOIR

WORRIED ABOUT READING MUSIC?

Listen to what our choir members have to say ->

JOIN IN OUR MASSED EVENTS AND MAKE NEW FRIENDS

What People Are Saying About Us

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