The Cheltenham

Singing Groups

Testimonials

Amazing way to completely de-stress, have fun and make friends!

Friendly members, no pressure, and Louise is always smiling! Really lifts my spirits.

Highlight of the week, great song choice and a friendly group of people.

I love singing with The Wednesdays - it always makes me feel more energised, and even if I start the evening feeling a bit low, a good singing session puts a smile on my face

Our singing group helps me feel connected, gives me a real mid week lift amidst the stress of life and always brings joy and happiness - couldn't live without it!

Music and singing together in a such a friendly, supportive group of people, so ably led by Louise is a joy. Thank you Lou for creating the magic.

Liz

Singing with the Wednesday choir makes me feel happy. It's a joy to be part of a fun group and harmonise musically and socially.

The Wednesday Singing Group is friendly and the sessions are enjoyable. I get a buzz when we sing something harmonious together. It's true that the whole is better than the individual parts!

I have been singing with the Wednesday’s for a year now. I have found friendship, belonging, stress relief and learnt to sing with a richer sound. I love it!

Singing in the Wednesdays is a real mid week tonic! We sing such a great variety of songs, in a very relaxed, friendly environment. And with our three part harmonies - the sound Louise gets out of us all is quite incredible.

Such a friendly choir led by a lovely lady who made me feel very welcome a year ago this week! I feel like I’ve been a member for much longer!

I’ve been in the Tuesdays for a few years and really enjoy the choir. Louise makes it fun but always has a very professional approach to each song she chooses so there’s always something new to learn.

Louise creates an unthreatening, welcoming atmosphere in which to just enjoy singing without any worry about ability or making mistakes. Lots of laughs and the thrill of performance if you want that. Varied song choices and clear, talented leadership. So glad I gave it a try this year.

I love singing and even after a long day at work, I never think I can't be bothered or don't want to go. Louise engages and teaches us so well and when you look around the room, everyone is smiling. It's my evening to sing my heart out and I come away feeling invigorated and happy.

I love the Tuesday morning sessions - from the warm up section through to the singing, and camaraderie that has evolved with the members. Louise is a wonderful guide, she's so encouraging and engaging. I always leave the session happy and look forward to the next.

This is one of the highlights of my week. Singing without a doubt, is so good for the soul. Louise has really taught us more than I ever thought I was capable of. I certainly go home 'on a high' after each session. You certainly encourage us to go that little bit further all the time.

I always get such a ‘feel good feeling’ singing in the choir. A wonderful ‘mood lifter’ so would highly recommend.

Julia

We have been singing with the Wednesdays for over 4 years. During lockdown Louise did classes on Zoom with items such as Desert Island Discs, great fun. Louise an excellent teacher and makes it fun.

I love the Wednesdays. Singing with Lou is fabulous - stimulating, relaxing, challenging, fun, all at once, and we are one big happy community. We sing such a great variety of music - there is something for everyone. I like that the choir is inclusive of everyone (no auditions or pressure to perform) yet we sound FABULOUS :)

I joined the Wednesdays after a fairly difficult time in my life. I wanted something for me. I love the group and have never regretted my decision, it never fails to get me out of work or mum mode. I have also made lots of lovely new friends and really enjoy our performances. We sound pretty great too!

Ella (Wednesdays member for 5 years)

Look forward to my Wednesday singing sessions and by the time we finish, I feel more refreshed and relaxed than before I arrived. Louise is such a warm, caring and friendly person yet extremely talented and hardworking. It is a joy to be involved in the many different events she arranges for us.

Having always wanted to join a choir I plucked up the courage in January and joined The Tuesdays. It's an intimate group and everyone is very friendly and welcoming. Louise is a brilliant teacher, who is encouraging, always smiling and makes you feel included. I am about to sing in my second concert, something that I would never have imagined as I have no formal singing experience. I would thoroughly recommend anyone to come along and give the choir a go.

Doreen

I have grown in confidence and met some amazing people who I probably would never have even crossed paths with if it were not for the Tuesday's singing group. Louise is a patient and fun choir leader who encourages us to push our limits and step out of our comfort zones. The Tuesdays is not just a singing group, we encourage and support one another in general everyday life too.

Having recently joined this choir it had reminded me how singing takes you somewhere special. Such a friendly group of lovely warm people, everyone smiles.. they can’t help it , being led by Louise you can only smile! It’s challenging to get it right but I really don’t feel judged if I don’t… high light of my week!

I joined the Cheltones in January 2022. Having retired and moved to Cheltenham, I was eager to make friends and start some new leisure activities. I have always loved singing but had not sung with a choir since leaving university and so I was delighted to be offered a place in Louise’s choir. Singing with the Cheltones has ticked all my boxes as I am doing something I love with a group of delightful people. I look forward to our sessions every week and always leave feeling happy and fulfilled. Louise is an excellent choir leader and teacher who brings out the best in us and creates an environment where we can relax and have fun while we are learning the songs. Her choice of music is an eclectic mix of genres and I can honestly say that I have enjoyed learning every single one!

Ella (Wednesdays member for 5 years)

Louise gets the most amazing results from us all working harmoniously as a group. I’m always amazed by how she does it! But it must be with her endlessly patient, kind, humorous and encouraging manner. I love my Wednesday evenings with people I wouldn’t normally have the opportunity to meet and connect with. And it’s fantastic when our efforts pay off with wonderful sounds and that feel-good factor.

I joined the Cheltones in January 2022. Having retired and moved to Cheltenham, I was eager to make friends and start some new leisure activities. I have always loved singing but had not sung with a choir since leaving university and so I was delighted to be offered a place in Louise’s choir. Singing with the Cheltones has ticked all my boxes as I am doing something I love with a group of delightful people. I look forward to our sessions every week and always leave feeling happy and fulfilled. Louise is an excellent choir leader and teacher who brings out the best in us and creates an environment where we can relax and have fun while we are learning the songs. Her choice of music is an eclectic mix of genres and I can honestly say that I have enjoyed learning every single one!

Ellen