Home›Singing›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. Join One of the City’s Most Vibrant Mixed-Voice Choirs Sing an eclectic mix of pop, rock, folk, jazz and contemporary choral music with the Singers. Led by an experienced Musical Director, this established mixed-voice choir brings together confident singers for weekly rehearsals, rich vocal arrangements and memorable live performances. Begin by joining us for a taster rehearsal and relaxed informal audition. Weekly Rehearsals Rehearse regularly with professional direction from Eamonn O’Dwyer, developing technique, confidence and consistency. Mixed-Voice Choir Sing as part of a vibrant mixed-voice group, building blend, balance and ensemble awareness. Vocal Technique Refine tone, projection, range and control through focused rehearsal and choral singing practice. Varied Repertoire Explore pop, rock, folk, classical, jazz and contemporary choral works, with a strong focus on 80s and 90s classics. Choral Dynamics Develop listening skills, pitch accuracy and an understanding of how voices work together in a choir. Concert Performances Take part in concerts and events throughout the year, sharing your work with live audiences. Taster Course Membership Date Day Time Duration Tutor Venue Price Book Loading schedule... Date Day Time Duration Tutor Venue Price Loading schedule... Load More Meet Your Musical 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. All 2026 Summer Concert 2025 Winter Concert 2026 Summer Concert True Colours 2026 Summer Concert True Colours 2026 Summer Concert True Colours 2026 Summer Concert 2026 Summer Concert 2026 Summer Concert True Colours 2026 Summer Concert True Colours 2025 Winter Concert Merrily on High 2025 Winter Concert Merrily on High 2025 Winter Concert Merrily on High 2025 Winter Concert Merrily on High 2025 Winter Concert Merrily on High 2025 Winter Concert Merrily on High × ‹ › 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
