Join Us
Sing. Perform. Belong. Be part of Bristol’s award-winning Great Western Chorus.
Do you love to sing? Want to experience the thrill of performing in harmony with one of the UK’s most successful choruses? Then come along and experience one of the best male-voiced choirs in the country! Don't feel intimidated - just come along - we'll welcome you with open arms and an unrivalled friendliness and sense of fun.
At the Great Western Chorus of Bristol, we combine world-class music-making with a friendly, welcoming community. Whether you’re an experienced performer or just starting your singing journey, you’ll find a place with us.
Why join us?
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Sing exciting music from classics to pop, musicals, and film scores.
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Perform in shows, festivals, and competitions — even on the international stage.
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Learn and grow with expert coaching and support from fellow singers.
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Make lifelong friends in a chorus that’s as much about fun and camaraderie as it is about excellence.
Experienced and non-experienced singers alike. No formal training required — we provide worldclass training and coaching, as well as excellent learning tools. Just bring a love of singing and a willingness to give it a go! Our rehearsals are open, and we’d love you to come along, listen in, or even join us on the risers.
What do I need to do?
Simple - contact us (membership@greatwesternchorus.com) and then come along to a rehearsal on a Wednesday night. No commitment and until you join it's free! We'll explain more about the chorus and what it takes to join. Yes, there's an audition but you'll be given all the tools, guidance and coaching you need to be able to pass this. Not even some of our most productive singers passed first time. We'll look after you.
Click here to find out more about our audition process.
👉 Come for the singing. Stay for the harmony.
Why Singers Want to Join and what's in it for you:
🎶 Sing at the Highest Level
Access top-tier coaching and compete on both national and international stages.
🤝 Be Part of a Thriving Musical Community
Join a warm, supportive, and fun environment where friendships span ages and backgrounds.
Enjoy regular social activities, group trips, and the buzz of singing with 60+ voices in harmony.
🌟 Personal Growth and Development
Explore a wide repertoire — from classic barbershop to contemporary pop and show tunes.
🎤 Unforgettable Performance Opportunities
Appear in major shows, festivals, competitions and events.
Collaborate with internationally acclaimed quartets and choruses.
🚪 Open and Accessible
Expereinced or no prior experience - it doesn't matter - just bring your singing voice - we’ll provide all the coaching and mentorship you need.
Try us out at open rehearsals or join a “Learn a Song in a Day” workshop.
💫 Sense of Achievement
Experience the thrill of blending your voice with others, creating spine-tingling harmonies.
Take pride in belonging to a male-voiced choir with a 50-year legacy of excellence.
✨ In short: singers join because they get world-class music, lifelong friendships, continuous growth, and the joy of thrilling audiences together.
Great voices.
Great music.
Great Western Chorus.
