ASPIRING singers across Worcester and Malvern are being invited to hit all the right notes as Rock Choir welcomes a new leader.
Jacob Ashworth has taken the helm as the group, which welcomes members from as far afield as Droitwich, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Tewkesbury and Warwick, reunited for the first time in 18 months.
At the height of lockdown, Rock Choir had to move all of its rehearsals online, teaching and rehearsing with members via Zoom and YouTube sessions.
Local ‘Rockies’ maintained vital connections with their fellow singers by organising online charity events, quizzes and a host of social activities, providing a lifeline to those isolated by the pandemic.
As most restrictions have now been lifted, Rock Choir is able to gather for indoor rehearsals and the new Autumn term will give members the chance to learn four new, specially-arranged songs including the uplifting ‘Make Your Own Kind of Music’ by Paloma Faith.
In addition to the live rehearsals, Rock Choir is giving those who prefer or need to remain isolated the opportunity to take part with the launch of the National Online Rock Choir. Members can learn all of the songs from the comfort of their own homes and can rejoin the live choirs whenever they are ready to do so.
“It has been such a joyful experience to meet the Rockies, having only ever met them online, and hear them sing together in harmony after such a difficult time apart,” Mr Ashworth said.
“Our members have been so committed to Rock Choir and their determination to keep singing and to keep those social connections alive during lockdown was inspiring.
“Rock Choir is like a family and to see the family back together and to witness the healing power of singing and socialising in person is very special.
“We would love to welcome anyone who would like to join Rock Choir this term and invite people of all ages and abilities to come and be a part of this fantastic group of singers.”
Visit www.rockchoir.com for more.
