"Tuneless choir" opens doors to new recruits to spread happiness and joy

Tuneless Choir Rotherham are holding an open night when curious bad singers can come and see what it’s like to be in a “tuneless choir”.

The night will involve an introduction to the choir’s fun warm ups and a playlist of Tuneless “classics”, including Rocking All Over The World, Amarillo, Sweet Caroline and Shotgun.

The night is completely free to everyone and refreshments will be included.

The choir started in 2020 and has had over 80 members join up to sing like no one is listening.

They sing well known songs from throughout the decades and also have themed fancy dress sessions.

Choir leader Becky Power said group singing was proven to be good for your health, releasing endorphins, “the happy hormone”, and due to the rising number of mental health patients in the town, she was keen to bring in new members.

Becky added: “I get so many enquiries from people who are curious about the choir but not sure if it’s for them.

“This is a perfect opportunity to come along and see without any pressure to join in, I will also be showing off our fun warm ups and answering any questions anyone may have about joining.

“The choir are so friendly and welcoming and I want to show that anyone can sing in our choir no matter how bad of a singer they are.”

The open night is on Monday, August 15. Doors open at 7.15pm with a break at 8.15pm to finish at 9pm.