St Albans Area Guide

If you have always wanted to join a choir locally, you can! Your local Watford choir is run by vocal coach Abigail Harris. We are the local community choir with the national reputation - join the Watford Rock Choir and experience the singing phenomenon that Will Smith described as 'Fantastic'. Whilst retaining our community spirit, we come together en masse for national and regional events, giving our members unrivalled performance opportunities and experiences beyond compare, ranging from appearing at Wembley Stadium to sing at the Rugby in October 2013 to our local Hertfordshire music, food and fireworks festivals! You've probably heard us singing in and around Hertfordshire, or seen one of our many TV appearances, and never thought you'd have to courage to get up on stage and sing! But the unique teaching methods at the Watford Rock Choir, along with no need to audition or read music, mean that we are accessible to all. Come along and try us out for FREE at a taster session, and experience singing with your local 'exceptional' Rock Choir for yourself. Here is a quote about our choir - 'The most uplifting, inspirational and empowering choir in the country. Not only are they the biggest choir in the world, they truly do move you in a way I didn't think possible ' - Nick Patrick (7 x Classical Brit Award winning record producer with record sales of 40 million records) 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.

THE JOE CARD BAND A regular on the London and Hertfordshire music scenes, this will be Joes first appearance at the Henderson Hub with a full band. Very much in the classic British storyteller tradition, Joe has established himself as a unique and prolific songwriter. Originally operating under the moniker Stolen Car, Joe released the album All in the Game in 2015, before switching to his own name for Anything Goes (2018) and the gorgeous acoustic record Nothing Matters (2023). At the Henderson Hub there will be classic cuts from these albums, as well as previewing two records currently in the pipeline. Drawing comparisons from as far afield as David Bowie and Billy Bragg, the music runs from the ethereal to the foot stomping, all tied together by Joes unique vocal delivery. The Joe Card Band includes Aaron Griffiths (bass) and Michael Williams (drums/percussion). Theyre all ready to make you smile, cry, laugh and dance. www.joecard.net https://open.spotify.com/artist/6xCJiojlbKxPoHYhRsKJ3p?si=2PHMAqWpQnGxBSJM6X2U3A On the night, Joe will be supported by Live & Local host Alex Scott and renowned Hertfordshire-based troubadour Steve Warner, wholl be armed with his tenor guitar: www.stevewarnerfolk.com

The Beryl Cook Exhibition will be held throughout September. There will be a wide collection of Framed Prints and Collectable Signed Limited Editions by humorous artist Beryl Cook O.B.E In celebration of Beryl Cooks Birthday 10th September 1926… Actress Kara Wilson presents Beryl Cook, A Private View Wilson brings the famously private painter to life, capturing the spirit of her vibrant and humorous artwork while she paints in her studio. Admission to the exhibition throughout September is FREE. Tickets for this event should be pre-booked directly with the Radlett Centre Box Office or their online platform.

A chance to meet members of other London societies and your NODA London team Performances from NODA member societies The NODA London AGM Display of programmes and posters A youth performance from NODA London Youngstars winners Presentation of our prestigious NODA London awards Light refreshments available

Ever wondered if there is a 'local ladies choir near me or nearby'? Your local Watford choir is run by vocal tutor Abigail Harris. The choir is for all ages and all the local Hertfordshire branches of Rock Choir, like ours come together to do incredible performances like the 11,000 seat Wembley Arena that ITV1 asked to film for the Rock Choir documentary 'The Choir that Rocks' and also our numerous Guinness World Record attempts (The Rock Choir members have got 3 world records and even had personal certificates arranged for them) and community events too like the local Hertfordshire music and food festivals. If you find yourself racing through the week with no time for yourself, or struggling to meet new people in Hertfordshire, then joining your local branch of Rock Choir could be perfect for you. With our unique, no-pressure approach to teaching and fun, uplifting arrangements of your favorite hit songs Abigail will guide you through your weekly dose of music, fun and laughter. Here is a quote about our choir - 'Rock Choir and the people in it have made me feel Happy, Energised, Accepted, Confident, Supported and Liked. It has also re-kindled my love of music and singing.' - Fe (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.