Musical Skills

Becoming part of The People’s Orchestra (TPO) offers a variety of new experiences for members, but amateur student pianist Elliot Atkinson was left more staggered than most. The 21-year-old journalism and media student at Worcester University joined TPO in February [READ MORE]

Music student Abigail Neil has been singing since she was eight-years-old, so couldn’t resist applying when she saw an advert to head up a community choir for The People’s Show Choir (TPSC). For the past six months, Birmingham Opera Student [READ MORE]

Date: 14th & 15th of March 2026 Location: West Bromwich Town Hall Course Fee: £195 (Subsidised places available - see below) (Subsidised Fee £55) Are you a passionate musician ready to take the next step into choral leadership? Whether [READ MORE]

Defining Foundational Choral Music Sheet Collections for Your Ensemble When building or refining your choir’s repertoire, it is essential to define the foundational choral music sheet collections that form the backbone of your performance library. These core sheets establish the [READ MORE]

Sharpen Sight-Reading Abilities in Ensemble Settings Regular practice in group readings, such as community orchestra sessions, improves your speed and accuracy with musical notation. Joint rehearsals, reminiscent of the peoples show choir's approach, foster quick interpretation and enhance your ability [READ MORE]

Unlock Your High Notes: Extending Vocal Range Techniques In the demanding field of classical music and choral performance, developing your vocal range is a crucial step toward deepening your artistic expression. Whether you're an experienced singer performing with a community [READ MORE]