On Sunday 26 June St Matthew's choir will be welcoming girls and boys who love to sing to find out more about what being a chorister means.

The afternoon is FREE of charge, and there will be opportunities to:

- Meet the current choristers
- Explore the church
- Play games
- Rehearse and sing a service with the choir

At the outset of the afternoon there will be a chance for parents to meet with the Director of Music, current chorister parents and other representatives of the church to find out more about the opportunities that being a chorister provides for children.
The day will end with Choral Evensong at 6.00 pm to which all are welcome.

Some of the benefits of choristerships include:

- Musical training from professional musicians, including free singing lessons
- Exposure to a wide range of music
- Social interaction with peers and adults
- Training in self-discipline and the development of self-confidence
- include Payment for attendance at rehearsals, services and concerts, and extra pay for weddings!
- Plenty of Fun!

All of the above benefits are FREE of charge

Over the last 3 years choristers in St Matthew's Choir have:

- Sung on BBC4 TV and BBC Radio
- Visited 7 different Cathedrals to sing services
- Recorded two CDs on professional labels which are now available nationally
- Performed major choral works with professional orchestras

Children do not need to have any prior musical training to join the choir. Why not come along and find out what it's all about?

To sign up, please email or telephone the Director of Music, Stephen Moore
t. 01604 791251
e. music@stmatthews-northampton.org.uk

You can find out about the Choir by visiting our website, Facebook or Twitter pages