New Members

We are actively seeking to increase our membership and welcome new members. Daunting though it is to join a new club, we do our best to make you feel comfortable. Feel free to come along on a Thursday evening to Carisbrooke Primary School, Wellington Road, Newport, from 7.30 pm to 10 pm.

In 2007 we completely revised our repertoire and we continue to increase our song list in 2008 - so now is a good time to join, when everybody will be learning new songs together.

Individual commitment is expected! You will need to develop good breath control, improve your ensemble vocal techniques, be prepared to do homework and - it goes without saying - attend rehearsals regularly. Barbershop is a four part vocal harmony and we sing together, there are no soloists.

In return we'll provide: Fun! - teach tapes to help you learn - fun - voice coaching - fun - music - fun - public performances - and more fun.

New singers are voice tested and given a part suitable for their voice. Four voice parts are available:

LEAD = singing the melody

TENOR = harmonising above the melody

BASS = lowest harmonising notes

BARITONE = a harmony part to complete the chord.

When you've been with us for about six weeks, we ask you to try our quartet test so we can assess how you're getting on and offer guidance if necessary.

If you'd like to consider joining and want to talk it over, please 'phone our membership secretary on 296519 or email her.

Membership is by subscription - currently £10 per month - which is payable after four weeks attendance.