Choir

East Melbourne Community Choir 2025

Overview

The East Melbourne Community Choir was established in February 2023 with the support of a grant from the City of Melbourne.

The choir has formed into a friendly, relaxed group of community members who enjoy singing together. The choir sings an eclectic repertoire of music including musicals, pop, folk and classical in two- and three-part harmony as well as rounds and some unison.  It is open to experienced singers and beginners; those who read music and those who don’t.  Anyone is welcome!  Please join us and help bring our community together through the joy of singing. 

Musical Director: 

Richard Lawton joined the choir in Term 1 2025 and is a highly experienced educator, corporate trainer, author, theatre director and community choir leader – across 3 continents. Richard leads the SoulSong Choir; runs a lunchtime choir for barristers in the city and engages in corporate work as a Master Voice and Presentation Coach.

Richard is a great believer in choirs creating a safe and welcoming community – and this too is in line with the values of the community.  Richard brings a fresh energy to the choir and a new, dynamic approach. 

Rehearsal Information:

Tuesday evenings (during school term).  4 Terms.  Time:  7.00 - 8.30pm each week

Venue:   Powlett Reserve Community Room, Cnr Grey & Simpson’s Street, (enter via Grey Street – door closest to park, not kindergarten entrance)

 
Fees: Come along for a week and try it out - no cost.  Fees: $100 per term (we hope to make the choir assessable to all, so if you need any fee assistance, please make contact)

Account Details: 

East Melbourne Neighbour Network Incorporated

NAB Community Fee Saver Account

BSB: 083 004

Account Number: 91-974-9068

Reference:  Insert your name (and 'Term number 2025')

For further information contact:  Administrator, East Melbourne Community Choir: eastmelbournecommunitychoir@gmail.com