The People's Orchestra

A new community choir is launching in Shropshire with an emphasis on having fun, making new friends, and enjoying the experience of singing together. Rather than focusing on traditional choral classics, members will rehearse upbeat pop songs and film favourites, [READ MORE]

A heart-warming Yorkshire choir has built up such a strong community that members can’t bear to leave. Here’s a closer look at The People’s Show Choir(TPSC) for York and its vibrant choir leader, who’s a musical theatre expert in his [READ MORE]

Conductor Julian Powell has been a leading light for The People’s Orchestra (TPO) family and looks back on fond memories as he bids farewell to the music charity. He also gives top tips for whoever takes on the meaningful role [READ MORE]

A Case Study Community choirs are often described as inclusive spaces, but many arts organisations still struggle to demonstrate that disabled people and those with long-term health conditions are genuinely present, welcome, and able to belong on equal terms. This [READ MORE]

The Benefits of Joining a Community Choir: What the Evidence Shows About Mental Health, Loneliness and Belonging Joining a community choir is associated with measurable improvements in mood, confidence, social connection and stress, according to both peer-reviewed research and first-party [READ MORE]

The latest ‘incredible’ concert by The People’s Orchestra and Show Choir brought tears of emotion to those watching. Bringing together a community of friendship and music, over 600 singers and 50 musicians spanning the Midlands, Scotland, Wales, London and Yorkshire [READ MORE]