How good do I need to be to join?

You can join COSMIC whatever your musical ability. There is no audition or ability level you have to pass before you can join. Everyone and anyone is welcome. If you aren’t confident about your voice, or if your voice needs some work, then being part of one of our community choirs will help with both those issues. Equally if you feel you don't make the most out of your instrument Tootennany Players will help your development whilst making new musician friends.



Is there an audition to join?

No, anyone can join. There is no audition required, you don’t need any experience and you don’t need to read music. COSMIC is all about having a go and having fun.

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Who runs the music groups?

Felicity "Flick" Griffin is the founder of COSMIC. She is also your conductor and director. With lots of community music experience as a musical director, a vocal and orchestral conductor, and a pianist you're in safe hands!

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Do I need to read music to join the choirs?

No, you do not need to know any music theory or be able to sight read music to be part of our community choirs. We know how to make a choir sound great even if you can't read a note.

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Do I need to read music to join the orchestra?

Whilst it is preferable that you can read the score for your instrument, we may be able to arrange something and wouldn't want to turn you away. If you have concerns, please contact us to arrange something.



How much does it cost?

The weekly choirs and orchestral groups are £3 for your first session so you can get a feel for the group, then just £5 per session after that to be be paid in 5 weeks blocks of £25 thereafter. This also entitles you to take part in any and all of public performances. Other short term projects will have there own individual fees and will be advertised on the individual information pages.



How often do the regular groups rehearse?

Each of our main ensembles rehearse once a week and with the odd extra rehearsal for before concerts. 

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Where do you rehearse?

Individual venue information can be found on the relevant projects page but our weekly rehearsals take place in the following places...

St Helen's Church, Gurney Road:
- United Voice
- Horizon Gospel Choir

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Can I bring a friend?

Yes, the more the merrier! Bring friends along at any time to claim their £3 taster session.



How do I access the Member's Page?
You need to log in with your your unique username and password. If you haven't already set up an account with us you will need to do this first by visiting the Home Page and clicking on 'Sign Up'.



If you have any other questions please feel free to contact us.