What kind of music does Suffolk Men's Chorus sing?
Our repertoire is incredibly varied, ranging from classic opera and choral pieces to modern pop, rock, and hits from musical theatre Click HERE to see what we are currently looking at.

How often does Suffolk Men's Chorus perform?
We usually perform about once a month or so. Click HERE to see what our diary looks like..

How long are rehearsals?
We rehearse for 2 hours with a 15 refreshment break.

Do I have to attend all the rehearsals and concerts?
We encourage all our members to attend as much as they can in order to keep up with learning. But of course there is no pressure. We all have holidays and breaks away.

When and where does Suffolk Men's Chorus rehearse?
We rehearse once a week on a Tuesday evening from 7:00pm at ST MICHAEL & ALL ANGELS, The Drift, Martlesham Heath, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP5 3PL

Is there an audition to join Suffolk Men's Chorus?
We don't hold auditions, though we will ask for a quick rendition of "Happy Birthday" to see which section fits you best. It's all very informal.

Will I have to sing on my own in the audition?
We don't hold auditions, though we will ask for a quick rendition of "Happy Birthday" to see which section fits you best. Don't worry, we do this away from the rest of the choir.

I haven't sung since school. Does that matter?
You’ll be supported as you learn, surrounded by people who started in the same place, and you might be surprised at how quickly you find your voice.

What if I don't know if I'm a Tenor or a Bass?
Don't worry. Our musical director will help decide which is the right section for you.

Can I come along for a taster session?
Yes. We welcome guests to join us for a rehearsal or two in Martlesham before committing.

What does it cost to choir members?
The cost of membership works out at about £4.00 per session.

Are there any extra costs?
There are usually no extra costs to members. Music for example is paid for by your subscription.

How do I know where my voice will fit in the choir?
If you are unsure where you fit in a Male Voice Choir your musical director will help you to work this out via a quick run up and down a few notes with a piano or a rendition of "Happy Birthday". This can be done during a break, before or after choir when other members are absent or otherwise occupied.

I don't know anyone in the choir. How will I fit in?
Suffolk Men's Chorus has an established welfare ethic. You will be welcomed with a pack including your music and useful information. You will also be assigned a "friendly face" whilst you are settling into your section and regular follow up (if you wish) to see how you are getting on.

What social activities are there?
We customarily invite members to post rehearsal refreshments. Many members take advantage of this time to mingle and get to know each other. We also usually have an end of year "do" (where impromptu singing may or may not take place).

Do I have to be able to read music?
No, you do not need to be able to read music. We provide high-quality learning tracks and plenty of support to help all our members learn the repertoire, regardless of their musical background.

How much practice do I need to do at home?
We provide learning tracks to help you learn your parts in the shed or the car.

Do we have to learn everything by heart?
Yes, we perform by heart in our concerts. However, we allow plenty of time to catch up, and you will never be put under pressure to hurry the process.

What is the average age of the choir?
The ages of our members ranges between 22 and 82. Recently our average age has dropped with the influx of new younger men.

Are there any tours or trips abroad?
Over the years we have performed all over East Anglia, at the Royal Albert Hall and further afield. We are always open to suggestion.

How will I know what we will be singing in rehearsal?
The proposed repertoire for each rehearsal will be sent by email or WhatsApp during the days before each rehearsal.

Do you have soloists?
Most of our repertoire is sung as a choir. However occasionally volunteers may offer a solo song or part of a song. Inclusion in concert is at the discretion of the Musical Director.

How is the choir repertoire chosen?
Our musical director selects the repertoire for the season, concert or year. However choir members are periodically invited to make suggestions. We like to be inclusive.