OPEN REHEARSAL THURSDAY 10TH SEPTEMBER, 7PM
We are recruiting enthusiastic singers for our exciting 2026-27 under our Music Director and Conductor, Howard Ionascu.
Our choir is made up of talented singers from South West London and Surrey who are passionate about choral music. Prospective members are welcome to come along and sing with us at our Open Rehearsal. This is a great opportunity to see if Twickenham Choral is the right fit for you, and to meet our friendly and welcoming members. Whether you’re looking to improve your vocal skills, make new friends, or simply enjoy the experience of singing with others, we would love to hear from you.
If you enjoy your rehearsal with us and want to take the next step Howard will invite you to pass a brief voice test before the rehearsal on 17th September. A basic knowledge of music is necessary, but perfect sight reading or a voice like Pavarotti’s is not!
The next round of auditions will be held on Thursday 17th September 2026, 4pm- 6pm. Each audition will last approximately 10 minutes and include the following:
- Some vocal exercises and simple ear tests. (There is no need to prepare for these in any way).
- Singing a short piece of your own choice – please bring 2 copies of the music. Howard recommends choosing something you are very familiar with and no longer than 2 minutes. It does not need to be difficult or technically challenging. A hymn or folk song, for example, are entirely suitable. This is an opportunity to demonstrate your voice and vocal range in its best light. If the piece is accompanied, Howard will accompany you at the piano.
- A short piece of simple sight reading.
Still undecided? Visit our YouTube channel to see what some of our members have to say about the choir. We’ll be adding more member stories over the next few weeks.
Please contact our Membership Secretary for further details.
Details of all our concerts for the coming season may be found on our Events page soon.
Rehearsals next term start on Thursday 10th September 2026 at 7pm at St. Catherine’s School, Twickenham.
Please contact our Membership Secretary to let us know you are coming, or book your place via the Events page.
