She+Choir Reading

She+Choir are holding a session at The Rising Sun Arts Centre on Thursday 10 December. It's a cooperative choir for women, non-binary, and genderqueer people, and they're open to anyone who identifies as such coming along to sing, regardless of experience. If you've never sung in a choir before, this is a good place to start.

What sets them apart is how they work. They sing their own arrangements rather than following a conductor's score, and they make their decisions collaboratively. The group currently works with alto, mezzo-soprano, and soprano ranges, so there's a part in there for most voices. It's a non-judgemental space, and you're welcome to join in whether you're a seasoned singer or someone who usually only sings in the shower.

Because it's a cooperative, the members take as much or as little part in running the choir as they like. Some lead the physical and vocal warm-ups, others conduct, arrange songs, or organise gigs. You can just turn up and sing, or get involved in the behind-the-scenes side of things if that's your speed. There's no pressure to do more than you're comfortable with, and no expectation that you've got a background in music to be part of it.

Entry is free, though you'll need to book your ticket through Eventbrite. The session is on Thursday 10 December at The Rising Sun Arts Centre in Reading.