The Watchet Singers
email:thewatchetsingers@gmail.com
Fantastic News!
At last we have found a new musical director, Anthony Forester-Bennett and an new accompanist, Mark Russell.
Our autumn session starts on Thursday 10th September at 7.30pm so why not come along and see what Watchet Singers has to offer!
Please contact Mary Rhodes on 01984 634000
or email: thewatchetsingers@gmail.com
Singing is for everyone!
The Watchet Singers are a mixed voice choir - sopranos, altos, tenors and bass. We have spaces in the choir for all voices.
Whether you sing in the shower or are a trained singer, why not come and see how we work in a friendly and welcoming environment.
We sing a variety of musical genres from all eras - contemporary and classical.
If you don't read music - no problem! Singing along with those that can read music builds your confidence. However, enthusiasm and commitment are just as important.
The benefits of singing in a choir are many! Singing is an excellent stress reliever, can help lift depression, improves your memory and sharpens your concentration.
You meet new people, make new friends and singing is fun!
The Watchet Singers rehearse in two sessions - January to April and September to December. Each session costs £15.00 and all sheet music is provided. We meet on Thursday evenings, 7.30 - 9.00pm in the Watchet Methodist Church school rooms.
We perform two concerts, a Spring concert and a Christmas concert. Profits from each concert goes to local charities chosen by choir members.
In December, we join with members of the public in Watchet to sing carols and get into the Christmas spirit.
No expensive outfits are required - ladies wear a black skirt or trousers and a black blouse with a blue T Shirt underneath. Gentlemen wear black trousers and a black shirt with a blue T shirt underneath.
In the past, our choirs name was "The Watchet and District Choral Society".
Founded in the 1960's it performed in and around Watchet, Williton and Minehead, celebrating local events and fund raising for local charities.
In 2023, the choir members were concerned that the name may be a little old fashioned and be off putting to some people. It was decided to change the name to "The Watchet Singers" - a friendlier and more inclusive name.