Join Us

We invite members and musical directors from other Essex male voice choirs to our open chorus rehearsals on a Monday evening to experience singing in the barbershop style.

These rehearsals are always open to the public. We meet at 7.45pm every Monday (except Bank Holidays) at New Hall Schoool in Boreham, Chelmsford. You can sit back and enjoy the singing and get to see the way we work. You can even join in if you wish!

We are sure you will enjoy the experience of harmonising along with a group of friendly guys singing their hearts out. Probably the most important thing is that there is no way we will put you under any pressure to join us. Whether or not you do is entirely your decision.

Concerned you can't read music? Neither can a lot of barbershop singers and our chorus is no exception so you won't be on your own there. We provide specialy prepared CDs to make the learning process as easy as possible and you will be given every help and encouragement in your quest to sing to a high standard. We will also provide all the help you need to decide which part is for you (Tenor, Lead, Baritone or Bass).

Our reportoire consists of a wide selection of songs, ranging from upbeat to romantic ballads - many of which are well known and have stayed popular over the years.

As well as all these week to week activities, members are also eligable to attend the annual British Association of Barbershop Singers Harmony College (held over a weekend) where they can gain a lot of usefull information and additional tuition in their chosen hobby. The social life at this college is an added bonus and it is a great chance to meet other barbershoppers and make new friends from all over the country.

Still interested? Give John Darwent, our membership secretary a call on 01277 654525 and he will be happy to answer any of your questions and, if you wish, arrange for you to come along to a rehearsal evening.

We promise you will be made most welcome!