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Are you looking to find a local choir to join? Your local Guildford choir is run by choir leader Thomas George. The choir is for all ages and all the local Surrey branches of Rock Choir, like ours come together to do incredible gigs like the 9,500 seat Liverpool Arena and Guinness World Record attempts (the choir members have 3 world records!) and community events too like the local Surrey music and food festivals. To book your FREE singing taster session go to https://www.rockchoir.com/join. Here is a quote about our choir - 'Rock Choir is great as it has given me the opportunity to sing again without the constraints of a formal choir. The pieces are broken down so you are able to learn them and you can also download songs to practise at home. Its a great way to release the stresess of life. Singing can help you to releases' happy hormones' which make you feel happy and you leave in a better state of mind. It has helped me through a difficult time. It is fun. The people are welcoming and friendly.' - Angela (Rock Choir member) Rock Choir is a winner of the Red Ribbon 'Big Heart' Award [https://rockchoir.com/awards-achievements/]. and holds 1 former and 2 current Guinness World Records. The choir is also credited with single handedly starting the contemporary choir movement.

If you are pondering whether there is a 'pop or gospel choir near me' then you may be interested in the local Rock Choir. Your local Guildford choir is run by Surrey based musician Thomas George. The choir will be performing locally again soon so it's a chance for you to join in, sing and perform without pressure and under the supportive guidance of Thomas. Rock Choir members have performed and sung across the country at venues including Wembley Stadium for the record breaking Saracens versus Harlequins rugby league game in 2012, on top of the BT tower and many more iconic landmarks. The choir also has a charitable function in raising money and awareness for Missing People and Refuge. Rock Choir is the no audition, no need to read music choir and it was the first of its kind in the country. You can book yourself (and a friend if your feeling a bit nervous!) a FREE singing taster session before you join the choir. Just go to rockchoir.com and you'll find out all you need to know. You can also find out about your local choir leader, Thomas and how to join the choir in Guildford. Here is a quote about our choir - 'Rock Choir is a way for people to express themselves musically in an environment which normally would not allow them to do so. I bet a pound to a pinch of salt there are thousands of guys and girls in the UK itching to sing but are too embarrassed or worried what others may think, and let's face it, if it makes people happy then come on UK lets get behind them!!! Rock Choir is the wonderful innovative idea which is the brain child of Caroline Redman Lusher who I have had the privilege of working with over the past 12 months. Live the dream guys.' - Gary Chilton (Double-platinum selling singer with 'The Soldiers') Rock Choir is a winner of the Red Ribbon 'Big Heart' Award [https://rockchoir.com/awards-achievements/]. and holds 1 former and 2 current Guinness World Records. The choir is also credited with single handedly starting the contemporary choir movement.

Starring Taryn Charles The Music of Whitney - LIVE in Concert - The UK CATHEDRAL TOUR, brings the unforgettable music of Whitney Houston to life! This breathtaking show stars Taryn Charles, Britain's Got Talent 2024 golden buzzer winner & acclaimed vocalist featuring a world-class live band, delivering Whitney Houston’s greatest hits with all the passion and energy they deserve. In the beautiful setting of one of the UKs most iconic cathedrals, feel the thrill of Whitney's timeless songs, including "I Wanna Dance with Somebody," "One Moment in Time," "I'm Every Woman," and "I Will Always Love You,". From soaring ballads to dance-floor anthems, every note will immerse you in the power and emotion of Whitney's legendary catalogue of hits. This is more than a concert - it’s an experience that captures the heart and soul of Whitney Houston. Secure your tickets now, and don’t miss this incredible show that will leave you dancing, singing and filled with the magic of Whitney's music!

Date: Saturday 7 June 2025 Time: 12 noon to 4pm Cost: £0 Free Admission Booking: No - just turn up Where: Guildford Castle Grounds, Castle St, Guildford GU1 3SX What3Words: ///tonic.area.undulation ​ ​ Bring a picnic and join us for an afternoon of entertainment from The Bandstand in Guildford Castle Grounds with Guildford in Bloom and Guildford Fringe Festival. Browse the stands from our friends and partners. Have a go at bowls on the bowling green and enjoy tea, coffee and cakes from the Bowls Club. ​ You are welcome to bring chair and a rug but please no tables or gazebos. Well behaved dogs are also very welcome providing they are kept on a lead - and bear in mind it does get loud and crowded, so nervous doggos may not enjoy it. ​We look forward to seeing you there

Walking the World - A Life of Exploration and Adventure 2025 UK Tour This May, join Levison Wood, the world-renowned explorer, best-selling author and TV presenter, as he embarks on his fifth UK theatre tour, Walking the World: A Life of Exploration and Adventure. This brand-new show will celebrate the human spirit and the transformative power of travel, with captivating stories from Levison's remarkable adventures over the past 20 years, from the icy landscapes of the Himalayas to the scorching deserts of Arabia. Levison will take audiences on a visual and emotional journey spanning his entire career to date, including Walking the Nile (which recently celebrated its 10th anniversary), the Himalayas and Americas, as well as documenting efforts to protect endangered species across three continents and exploring volatile borders across the Middle East. He will also offer an exclusive preview of his latest book, The Great Tree Story: How Forests Have Shaped Our World and a behind-the-scenes look at the development of a major film. Walking the World: A Life of Exploration and Adventure will inspire both seasoned travellers and those dreaming of their first journey, as Levison delves into the philosophy of exploration, reflecting on how his military background, his love for photography and his role as a journalist have shaped his approach to travel. He will reveal the creative process behind filming his expeditions, touching on the unexpected moments of connection, beauty, risk and reward that have marked his career and the lessons he's taken from those travels. Join Levison Wood for an unforgettable show filled with adventure, wisdom, humour and a sense of wonder about the world we live in. Don't miss the chance to experience the world through the eyes of one of our most intrepid adventurers.

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