Wednesday evenings 6.30pm – 8pm
Fittie Community Hall, New Pier Road, Aberdeen, AB11 5DR
Choir has fast become the highlight of the week for me.
The Harbour Voices Community Choir is a supported space where people of all ages are welcome to come together and simply sing. Complete beginners to seasoned singers are welcome. It’s free to attend and refreshments are provided. There is plenty of time to chat as well as sing.
I always leave with a smile on my face.
We rely on funding to keep the choir going and keep communities singing. If you would like to support the choir, or have any questions, please get in touch on: info@openroadltd.co.uk
I really enjoy choir. It’s helped me to develop more confidence and I feel like a I have a voice. I feel part of a supported community which is safe and trusted. I feel choir has helped me grow and singing helps combat anxiety. I’ve made some new friends. Lovely people. Thank you.
The choir also helps address social isolation and improve mental health and wellbeing. Research by The British Academy of Sound Therapy demonstrates that singing for pleasure reduces cortisol levels associated with stress. While Bupa and the British Lung Foundation encourage singing in groups as part of a holistic approach towards staying healthy, both physically and mentally. We create a fun atmosphere so beginners feel welcome and confident.
Harbour Voices choir is a safe harbour. There I feel happy and refreshed.
Listen to the choir rehearsing Bella Mamma – one of our favourite songs!
This type of community helps people feel they have a purpose in their lives.
Our Choir Leader is Sarah Boyle. Find out more about Sarah on our Meet the Team page.
Going along to Fittie choir and singing with friends and neighbours, old and new, has been such a welcome addition to my life. I always leave feeling energised and so much more relaxed than when I went in! The sheer joy of singing together has really helped members bond and develop friendships.
The Harbour Voices choir started in 2021 with the support of a Culture Collective grant from the Scottish Government via Creative Scotland.
Supported by Aberdeen City Council’s Culture Investment Programme
