What’s the worst that could happen?
We welcome interest from all lower voice singers to join our choir. Whether you are an accomplished singer, new to singing or somebody who hasn’t sung in many years, you would find a welcoming and supportive atmosphere in which to thrive. The abilities and experience of our members range from accomplished soloists to newer singers who don’t read music. The musical team will help to identify the right section for your vocal range and will provide all the support and resources needed to enjoy singing with the choir, while the more experienced members of each section will give ongoing guidance and support. New members soon find themselves thoroughly enjoying their new singing experience and the camaraderie of the choir, however there is no pressure to commit, so just come along and give us a try. If it still feels daunting, we welcome anybody to come along and observe a rehearsal before deciding whether or not to join in (or to recommend it to others).
Rehearsals run from September to early July, every Tuesday night from 7.30pm at Woodlands Methodist, Wetherby Road in Harrogate.
HMVC Member Reviews
Testimonials
I came as a raw recruit – was told I was a baritone and have been so ever since. I was sat between a couple of other baritones who showed me how to find my way through the music and it really didn’t take me long to join in the singing. I now know we can all sing and it was the help, encouragement and support from everyone else which enabled me to do also. The choir has become a very important part of my life over the years, and I have enjoyed supporting the choir by being on the committee a few times and joining in all the social events.
I have been singing with the choir for over ten years now and continue to enjoy it. My colleagues have all been friendly, and experienced singers have helped me with learning how to read my music part and sing well. I enjoy the standard MVC repertoire and the leadership of our MD, and I always look forward to performing at concerts.
Having sung for many years in a four part mixed choir I decided to investigate the possibility of joining a male voice choir. I found a warm welcome at Harrogate Male Voice Choir and soon became appreciative of the unique sound produced by fifty or so enthusiastic members.
Coming from a ‘chapel’ background I have always been interested in singing and joining a Male Voice Choir seemed a natural thing to do over 20 years ago. The last few years in the choir have seen considerable change with an emphasis on singing with accuracy and control. This has been quite challenging at times but increasingly satisfying and long may it continue.
Singing in the Male Voice Choir is musically superb, very friendly and excellent voices. Concert performances are remarkable with professional leadership and conducting.
Tuesday nights at the Woodlands = 2 hrs of good company ( + some good crack) and great singing!
‘I thoroughly enjoy my Tuesday evenings with the Male Voice Choir. A great bunch of guys and an inclusive and talented MD combine to make this a ‘don’t miss’ fixture, added to which concerts in a variety of venues bring musical challenge!
It has been a great experience for me. We have a lot of fun and laughs – but we are serious about being as good as we can get.
The choir members could not have been more welcoming, with everyone being so friendly and helpful. I was initially placed with the 2nd Tenors to establish my vocal range and was given brilliant support by my mentors which certainly helped to put me at ease, I am still with them. I find the whole experience invigorating, enjoyable, most satisfying and worthwhile, and the results of our efforts a joy to hear.
I was 28 when I joined a Male Voice Choir in Bedfordshire and was hooked. I still enjoying singing, perhaps more than before as Harrogate Male Voice Choir now performs confidently as the result of fresh musical direction. I would encourage any man who has the slightest inclination to sing to come in and give it a try and you will not regret it.
Tuesday Night is music night
The choir rehearses between 7.30 and 9.30pm every Tuesday evening from early September to mid-July, in Woodlands Methodist Church Hall, Wetherby Road, Harrogate, HG2 7SG.
If you would like any further information please contact either :-
David Bayne (Choir Secretary) – secretary@harrogatemvc.org.uk
or contact us through Facebook
or just turn up one Tuesday night when you will be made most welcome.