If you're new to choir and starting to feel a bit overwhelmed... you’re not alone.

If you’ve ever thought about joining a choir - or if you’re already part of one - it’s worth pausing to ask: Who runs this choir, and how? It might not be the first question that comes to mind when you’re imagining harmonies and applause, but understanding how a choir is structured can make a real difference to your experience.

The idea of joining a choir can feel intimidating - but what you might gain could be far more than you expect.

Thursday 26th June 2025, with two growing teams, Women Rockin' Harmony Choirs were back in the beloved Layton Institute - a local building that holds a special place in so many hearts - ready to present our summer show, “Rockin’ Harmony 25: Rhythm Is Gonna Get You.”

If you’ve visited our choir’s website, or picked up one of our flyers, you’ll have seen our slogan: “Sing. Move. Communicate.” While “Sing” and “Move” might be self-explanatory, “Communicate” often prompts a few questions. What exactly does that mean in the context of our choir? Let's time travel back to where this all began.

One of the great wonders of a choir is that it attracts people from all walks of life. Few social spaces exist where doctors, teachers, cleaners, and road sweepers can proudly stand shoulder to shoulder, united by a purely aesthetic goal.

If, like many people, you long to join a choir but hesitate because you're not sure what to expect, you're not alone.