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| We want you! particularly if you sing tenor or soprano ! |
Do you sing for the pleasure it gives, but do not want the presssure that goes with being a member of one of the larger choral societies? Indeed, several of our members have left the big choral societies to join us for this very reason.
Although we take our singing seriously, we are a friendly and informal bunch. And, unlike some other choral societies in this area, we actually allow ourselves the luxury of a short tea/coffee break in the middle of our rehearsals!
Are you worried about having to face the ordeal of a voice test, with the possibility that you might not pass? We don't believe in auditions.
A recent influx of new members has noticeably lowered our average age.
Are you looking for four-part (SATB) choral singing in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere in North or West Yorkshire? If so, singing in Wetherby in harmony in a choir with nearly 100 others is the place for you!
You do not even need to be able to read music to enjoy singing with us! No sight reading test is required.
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| Church Centre, Church Street, where we rehearse. |
Membership is open to all and we are keen to encourage new members to join. You are invited to come along to a Monday evening rehearsal at the St James' Church Centre, Church Street, Wetherby and share the joy of singing. Or, if you prefer, simply contact the Secretary (Suzanne Breakwell - Tel: 0113 289 2546) for further information. We'll arrange for someone to meet you to welcome you and introduce you to those you will be singing with. We usually have a couple of spare copies of the score for prospective members.
Why not come along for a rehearsal or two, to see if you like it, before joining us? We are sure you will want to join us!
If you would like to know what rehearsals are like, please go to our " HEAR US IN ACTION " page and select "John purifies the basses" or (if you are on broadband) "See, the Conquering Hero comes" - but this might put you off if you are always serious minded and don't like a little fun at times!
Rather than pitch the subscrition at a level some members might be uncomfortable with, the committee have decided that the subscription for 2008 - 09 will be 'a minimum of £70,' but please feel free to pay more if you can! Please contact the Treasurer if this is more than you can manage, or if you are thinking of joining us for only part of the season. Students are welcome without having to pay any subscription. The subscription includes the hire of books. *
Members are encouraged to pay their subscriptions by means of the Gift Aid scheme since, as the Society is a Charity, we can thanks to the 2008 budget recover another 28p per £1 received from UK tax-paying members.
* Please mark up your copy with a SOFT pencil only, NOT in ink or biro! And please rub out your scribbles before the score is returned.
Please note: Because so many members have their own scores, we don't have copies of the Handel's Messiah score available. If you cannot borrow one, most people buy the New Novello Choral Edition, edited by WATKINS SHAW. This can be obtained from MUSIC DYNAMICS at £7.95 plus £1.25 postage - tel:01242 679379.
These have now been moved to a page of their own - see the "Rehearsals" button above.
The Society is grateful for the loyal support of its patrons and is pleased to offer patronage at £58 per year.
Patrons are offered reserved seats and receive two tickets for each concert. These may be used by patrons or by friends. Should you wish to support the Society in this way, then please ring 01937 843 887
Here we are, singing carols in December 2007 outside Manning Stainton's Wetherby office. This was followed (off picture) by suitable liquid refreshment nearby.
We should very much welcome further Sponsors, both from individuals and from businesses and family or charitable trusts.
If you know of any possible Sponsors, do please contact our Sponsorship Secretary - Peter Jackson on 01937 574 001 or by e-mail at:
York Musial Society are holding a 'Come & Sing' Messiah in York Minster on Saturday 6 December 2008.
The event starts at 7.30 pm, with a rehearsal that day, formalities starting at 10.20 am. There are also rehearsals on Tuesday 25 November and Friday 5 December, 7.30 to 9.30 pm. for those who wish.
For further details and an application form, please e-mail messiah2008@yorkmusicalsociety.org.uk or visit YORK MUSICAL SOCIETY