Belonging

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]

Everyone deserves to arrive at a rehearsal or concert knowing that they can get in, get around, and enjoy performing without stress. At The People’s Orchestra and TPSC, we’re working hard to make that experience a reality for every member [READ MORE]

Yes — and you'd be in good company. Across TPSC (The People's Show Choirs), the single most common thing holding new members back before their first rehearsal isn't cost, or travel, or time. In our most recent member survey, one [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]