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Join Songways Choirs | Bath & Bradford on Avon

Sing with us…

Join our Bath choir on Wednesday evenings or the Bradford on Avon choir on Friday mornings, both led by Jane Harris.

We sing in two beautiful and spacious venues: 

  • Wednesdays 7:30 – 9:30pm St Swithin’s Church, Bath BA1 5LY
  • Fridays 9:45 – 11:45am Holy Trinity Church, Bradford on Avon BA15 1LW

Expect a warm welcome and rewarding singing sessions, rich harmonies, infectious fun and moments of stillness. There are no auditions and there is no need to read music – Jane teaches all the songs and harmonies by ear.

We love variety… traditional and contemporary folk songs, lively rhythmic American songs, rich South African choruses, vibrant Eastern European songs and powerful songs of freedom. Enjoy original songs specially written for Songways by Jane, new songs from visiting tutors and songs of stillness and peace.

“We’re passionate about the music we sing and we’d love to share it with you… harmonies that lift us up, powerful songs that draw us together and go straight to the heart, and songs that create a sense of stillness and peace. Singing with Songways is also a chance to develop your voice, increasing range and resonance, and exploring new singing styles.”

Special events for the combined Bath and Bradford on Avon choirs:

  • Friday 11 December 11:15 – 11:45am
    Christmas Tree Festival performance
    Holy Trinity Church, Bradford on Avon
  • Saturday 12 December 4 – 5pm
    Bring in the Holly | Concert
    St Luke’s Church, Hatfield Road, Bath BA2 2BD

Interested in singing with us? Please contact Jane to find out more or book for a taster session below.

FULL DETAILS AND BOOKING FOR BATH AND BRADFORD ON AVON CHOIRS

We look forward to welcoming you.

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JOINING SONGWAYS

We invite adult singers of all ages to join us. Lift your voice and immerse yourself in glorious harmonies, develop your voice and discover new singing styles. We love singing together, we are friendly and welcoming and we make a good sound.

How do we sing? Jane teaches by ear, singing each part using a call and response and layering up harmonies part by part. If you haven’t experienced this before, you will be amazed how quickly and beautifully a song comes together. We usually sing gathered in a circle so that everyone can see and hear each other. Sometimes we move the group around to experience songs in new ways and to explore different styles of singing, all of which enlivens and enriches the experience. For some songs we add instruments – violin, bouzouki, banjo or guitar – which adds yet another dimension.

Why sing? Singing makes you feel good and has proven health benefits: it’s good for posture, breathing and general well-being. Singing in harmony with others can be fun, heart-warming, soothing and at times deeply moving. It’s also a great way to make friends.

ABOUT THE LEADER

Jane Harris is an experienced choir leader and Director of Songways, based in Bath. Jane teaches by ear and loves to explore songs in different ways to enrich and deepen the singing experience. She has a clear, inclusive and enabling teaching style, uncovers the best in singers’ voices and draws people together with heartfelt, resonant singing.

Jane also plays the violin, which she uses to introduce some of the songs. She has a rich, vibrant voice and has released an album of her own songs, inspired by the natural world – One touch of nature. She performs with her own vocal group, Rolling Harmony and is a member of the Natural Voice Network.

A brilliant teacher and choir leader – always patient, positive and encouraging

Superb choice of songs & inspirational leadership

FULL DETAILS AND BOOKING FOR CHOIRS

Interested in joining us? Please contact Jane and book for a taster session.

As a Member of Songways you will have access to practice tracks for our songs and other resources via the Members’ page of the website.

IMPORTANT

  • Do not attend if you have any Covid-19 symptoms or a recent positive Covid test.
  • Please bring your own bottle of water and refreshments.

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