Not at all! We learn songs by ear, and everything is taught in an accessible way. No musical experience or ability to read music is required.
Community Choir
Please note that new registrations for our Community Choirs (both online and in-person) are temporarily paused.
If you have any queries, please get in touch with our team at [email protected]
About our Community Choir
Our inclusive community choir in London is a space where everyone can experience the joy of singing together in a group. Singing helps us to express ourselves, and singing with people in your community can have significant benefits on physical, mental and social health. You don’t need to be able to read music to join us, just bring yourself and a smile! You need to be 18+ to join.
Read on to find out more about our community choir and how to register.
In-person community choir in London (NW5)
When: Wednesdays from 6pm to 7.30pm
Where: Nordoff and Robbins, 2 Lissenden Gardens, London NW5 1PQ. Closest stations are Kentish Town (rail, tube), Gospel Oak (overground)
Cost: Free
Who can join: Anyone 18+. Everyone welcome – no prior singing experience needed!
How to register: Please note that registrations are temporarily paused.
What to expect
Familiar songs: We sing songs that are accessible and familiar. You can suggest music and themes too! Songs we’ve sung together previously are: ‘I Can See Clearly Now’ by Johnny Nash, ‘Here Comes the Sun’ by The Beatles and ‘Let It Go’ from Frozen.
A supportive environment: Our inclusive community choir is a space where everyone, regardless of ability, can experience the joy of singing together in a group.
Professional guidance: Our expert music therapists lead the community choir sessions. They create welcoming, non-judgemental spaces where everyone’s voice is valued equally.
Social connection: Build friendships and connect with others who love to sing!
Singer-songwriter Tom Walker dropped in to one of our community choir sessions at our London centre. Click on the video to hear him talk about how much he enjoyed singing with the Nordoff and Robbins community choir!
Although I don’t think I’m a great singer, I enjoy it and feel I can keep in tune when singing with others. It’s fun singing in a group and definitely releases endorphins, which is a great way of feeling good and relaxed.
Community choir member
Frequently asked questions
Our choir is fully inclusive, and welcome to everyone! Our expert music therapists are experienced in making sessions accessible to everyone.
Please note that new registrations for our Community Choirs are temporarily paused.
Sessions are held at our London centre in NW5. The address is: Nordoff and Robbins, 2 Lissenden Gardens, London NW5 1PQ. Our North London centre is fully accessible for wheelchair users.
There’s limited street parking nearby. We’re well-connected by public transport. Kentish Town station and Gospel Oak (overground) are the closest stations.
That’s absolutely fine! There’s no commitment to attend regularly and new members are welcome at any time.
Just yourself! We provide everything you need. Feel free to bring water if you’d like.