THE PEOPLE’S SHOW CHOIR IN CHELTENHAM
THE PEOPLE’S SHOW CHOIR IN CHELTENHAM
FIND OUR COMMUNITY CHOIR AT
Dean Close Senior School,
Thursday Evenings – 7.45pm to 9:15pm
ACCESSIBILITY & PARKING
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
FIND OUR COMMUNITY CHOIR
ACCESSIBILITY & PARKING
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
TRY FOR FREE
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. Whilst this takes place, we also have refreshments available from 7:15 pm. Tea, coffee, juice and biscuits and a chance to catch up with people or make new friends. As we are aiming to be more sustainable, please bring your own mug or travel cup. 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.
LOOKING FOR A FRIENDLY CHOIR?
The People’s Show Choir in Cheltenham is a warm, welcoming community where anyone can sing, make new friends, and feel part of something special. Whether you’re a first-time singer or returning to music after years away, you’ll be supported every step of the way. Run by the award‑winning charity The People’s Orchestra, we offer two free taster sessions so you can come along, join the fun, and see how quickly you’ll feel at home.
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. Whilst this takes place, we also have refreshments available from 7:15 pm. Tea, coffee, juice and biscuits and a chance to catch up with people or make new friends. As we are aiming to be more sustainable, please bring your own mug or travel cup. 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.
HEAR WHAT OUR CHOIR LEADER MARK HAS TO SAY
“I enjoy leading this group because they keep me on my toes and aren’t afraid to ask questions.”
HEAR WHAT OUR CHOIR LEADER MARK HAS TO SAY
“I enjoy leading this group because they keep me on my toes and aren’t afraid to ask questions.”
MUSIC CHANGING LIVES
As part of The People’s Orchestra charity, your membership supports our Community Grants Scheme, funding crisis support and opportunities for families and local groups in need. Every note you sing helps change lives across the UK.
MUSIC CHANGING LIVES
As part of The People’s Orchestra charity, your membership supports our Community Grants Scheme, funding crisis support and opportunities for families and local groups in need. Every note you sing helps change lives across the UK.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ’S)
Membership is £22 per month or £14 for students or anyone unemployed or on benefits
That’s totally normal. Many of our members came along solo – and left with a whole new group of friends
3 steps + No solos, no auditions, lyrics provided, come as you are.
A mix of feel-good, uplifting tunes from films, TV, musicals, and more.
Yes! Your first two rehearsals are completely free.
Not at all. We learn by listening and repetition, step-by-step.
Never. Just show up, have a go, and enjoy yourself.
Nope! We believe everyone can sing – and our rehearsals are all about building confidence and enjoying the music.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ’S)
Membership is £22 per month or £14 for students or anyone unemployed or on benefits
That’s totally normal. Many of our members came along solo – and left with a whole new group of friends
3 steps + No solos, no auditions, lyrics provided, come as you are.
A mix of feel-good, uplifting tunes from films, TV, musicals, and more.
Yes! Your first two rehearsals are completely free.
Not at all. We learn by listening and repetition, step-by-step.
Never. Just show up, have a go, and enjoy yourself.
Nope! We believe everyone can sing – and our rehearsals are all about building confidence and enjoying the music.
WHY JOIN OUR CHOIR IN CHELTENHAM
Live music every week – Sing with live musicians at every rehearsal, not just backing tracks, for a real show-time buzz.
Charity that changes lives – Your membership supports our registered charity, helping families in poverty and funding community music across the region.
Big shows with orchestra – Perform on stage with a full live orchestra and professional musicians at major concerts and events.
Lower cost – Enjoy all this from £22 a month, or £14 with concessions, keeping high‑quality music‑making affordable.
First 2 rehearsals free – Try two full live‑music rehearsals before you decide, with no payment and no commitment.
No auditions, no experience needed – We teach everything by ear, so you can jump straight in, even if you’ve never sung in a choir before.
WHY JOIN OUR CHOIR IN CHELTENHAM
Live music every week – Sing with live musicians at every rehearsal, not just backing tracks, for a real show-time buzz.
Charity that changes lives – Your membership supports our registered charity, helping families in poverty and funding community music across the region.
Big shows with orchestra – Perform on stage with a full live orchestra and professional musicians at major concerts and events.
Lower cost – Enjoy all this from £22 a month, or £14 with concessions, keeping high‑quality music‑making affordable.
First 2 rehearsals free – Try two full live‑music rehearsals before you decide, with no payment and no commitment.
No auditions, no experience needed – We teach everything by ear, so you can jump straight in, even if you’ve never sung in a choir before.
TESTIMONIALS
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!
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.
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.
I just had the best time singing at a massed choir event with full (amazing) orchestra to a sell out crowd. Who knew that I’d one day be part of something like that? I always enjoyed singing to an empty room but never thought myself good enough to be taking a standing ovation on stage.
