Home›Singing Lesssons›City academy choirs›City Academy Singers City Academy Singers Choir BOOK NOW Sing your heart out with City Academy’s Singers Choir - a vibrant mixed-voice group based in the heart of the City. From nostalgic 80s and 90s pop and rock hits to beautiful folk songs and contemporary choral works, this choir brings together eclectic music and a lively, welcoming community. Led by Musical Director Eamonn O’Dwyer, rehearsals are designed to boost your confidence, expand your vocal range, and develop your choral performance skills, all while making new friends in a fun and supportive setting. If you’re interested in joining Singers Choir, you must attend a taster session. During the taster you will attend a regular rehearsal and meet the rest of the choir. At the end of the evening there will be an informal audition: the MD will take the opportunity to hear you sing and assess your suitability for the group. There is no need to prepare anything for this. Following the audition, our team will inform you via email if you have been accepted. COURSE & MEMBERSHIP SCHEDULE If you’re interested in joining Singers Choir, you must attend a taster session. During the taster you will attend a regular rehearsal and meet the rest of the group. The MD will also take the opportunity to hear you sing as well as assess your suitability for the group. Following the taster, our team will inform you via email if you have been accepted. Taster Course Membership Date Day Time Duration Tutor Venue Price Book Loading schedule... Date Day Time Duration Tutor Venue Price Loading schedule... Load More WHAT YOU'LL LEARN As a Singers Choir member, you will: Develop and refine vocal technique to improve tone, projection, and control. Perform across multiple genres including pop, rock, folk, classical, and jazz. Build repertoire knowledge, particularly with a focus on 80s and 90s classics. Improve range, pitch, and listening skills in a group setting. Understand vocal anatomy and choral dynamics to strengthen your singing. Grow in confidence through regular rehearsals and performances. MEMBER BENEFITSAs a member of the Singers choir you will benefit from: Weekly rehearsals with professional guidance from Eamonn O’Dwyer. Opportunity to perform in concerts and events throughout the year. A lively, welcoming community of singers from all walks of life. Develop skills across multiple genres and eras. A chance to make friends while improving your voice. ⏰ SING WEEKLY Rehearse regularly with professional direction to develop technique. 🎓 PERFORM TOGEATHER Take part in concerts and enjoy singing for live audiences. ⚙️ GROW YOUR SKILLS Expand your range, pitch accuracy, and repertoire knowledge. 🙂 JOIN A COMMUNITY Make friends and share music with a warm, sociable group. JOIN SINGERS WHEN: Rehearsals Monday evenings, 7:00pm-9:30pm WHERE: Dutch Church, Liverpool Street REPERTOIRE: Pop/Rocks/80s/90s Choir Director Eamonn O’Dwyer is an Associate of the Royal Academy of Music, and has worked as a performer, composer & musical director in theatres worldwide, in a career spanning over 20 years. Eamonn has written and directed music for Shakespeare’s Globe, the National Theatre, the Royal Shakespeare Company and the Chichester Festival Theatre, and has performed his original musical theatre work at New York’s 54 Below cabaret club and at the Crazy Coqs in London. A highly experienced vocal tutor, Eamonn has been musical director of the City Academy Singers for nearly 10 years. Under his dynamic leadership they have grown into one of the City’s most vibrant mixed voice choirs, performing an exciting and eclectic mix of repertoire that spans pop, rock, folk and contemporary choral music. VIEW EAMONN'S PROFILE USEFUL INFORMATION Who can join the Singers Choir? Singers Choir is open to anyone aged 18+ who has a passion for singing and wants to perform as part of a mixed-voice choir. Do I need to audition? Yes, at the end of your taster session there’ll be a short informal audition where the Musical Director will hear you sing in a relaxed, supportive environment. Do I need prior singing experience? Some previous singing experience is helpful, as this choir is not suitable for beginners. However, anyone with a good ear for rhythm and harmony is welcome! Do I need to read sheet music? No, although being familiar with music notation will be very useful. What kind of music will I sing? Expect a mix of genres – from pop and rock hits of the 80s and 90s to folk, jazz, classical, and contemporary choral works. What will I learn in rehearsals? You’ll work on vocal technique, range, harmony, and ensemble performance, while also building confidence and expanding your repertoire. 5 BENEFITS TO SINGING IN A CHOIR Singing in a choir is fantastic creative outlet, a great social activity as well as having a positive effect on general wellbeing. Find out more... READ MORE
