Question 1

Is there parking at the The Roper Theatre?

Accepted Answer

There is very minimal parking at the Roper Theatre, as it is in a residential area, and B&NES council have recently added restrictions even on Sundays.  There is a small amount of parking available and we would like to reserve that for those people that express that they need a place because of mobility issues.  You can ask to reserve one of these spaces when you buy your ticket online.

There is street parking a few streets up the hill - but again, be warned, there are lots of restrictions, even on Sundays.   So try the alternatives:

JustPark app - you can sometimes reserve a place on a driveway very close to the theatre

It's a 6 minute walk from Oldfield Park train station

Park at the Number 41 Odd Down Park and Ride (catch the first bus at 9:30 and get off at the stop just after Bear Flat - it's a 5 minute walk from there)

It's an 18 minute walk from Bath Spa Railway and Bus Station

Catch the number 4 Bath City Bus, and a short 5 minute walk

Catch the U2 Unibus from the back of the station, and then a 3 minute walk

Share a taxi from the station

Hire a scooter from the centre of Bath

Get someone to drop you off and pick up

Question 2

When do I book my selection of workshops?

Accepted Answer

When you purchase your ticket(s) for the day, you will then be asked questions for each ticket holder. 
 
The questions will include:
 
Your name
Your voice type (don't worry if you don't know - there is  a"don't know" box)
Your choice of 4 workshops
Any further accessibility needs
 
When you have paid for your tickets, you will be sent your tickets in an email and on the tickets it will remind you of the workshops that you have chosen.

Question 3

Which workshops should I choose?

Accepted Answer

If you are new to singing/choir or just like singing for fun and not a music reader - choose the Green workshops. They are designed for everyone - including proficient singers - but there is no sheet music involved, it's all taught by ear, so everyone can join in.
 
If you already attend a choir that is led by one of the Workshop leaders, we would encourage you to try out someone else!  It's very likely you will already know many of the jokes, warm ups, tips and tricks of this person - so it would be a good opportunity to try someone else's workshop.  Choir leaders will not be offended and actively encourage this.  You can meet up with all the choir leaders in the breaks.

Question 4

I don't really sing and never joined a choir - can I still come along?

Accepted Answer

YES YES YES!  This event is absolutely for you.
 
Look at the green coloured workshops as these are designed for all ages and all abilities and will get you singing in the choir in an instant!
 
You will also meet other choir members and find out about all the different styles of choirs that are in the Bath & Bristol area - there really are so many.  Go and have a look at www.BathChoirs.co.uk to see all the choirs available in Bath that you could join.
 
Bring a friend!

Question 5

Can my choir perform on the day?

Accepted Answer

This current ChoirLab is now full for performers. But there will be more in teh future.  Singers who come with their choirs receive further money off their tickets.  Get in contact with Matt matt@finchmusic.co.uk

Question 6

When do the Early Bird tickets go on sale?

Accepted Answer

We hope to release the Early Bird tickets on the 1st July.  They will be on sale until the end of July, giving you and your choir plenty of time to decide which workshops you would like to attend.  However, places will be tight - so get booking quickly. There are well over 2500 choir members in Bath alone - and there are only about 250 places in the workshops!

Question 7

It's a whole day. Is there food and drink available?

Accepted Answer

During the day there will be coffee and tea available, plus other soft drinks and snacks.

There is a water fountain available - so please bring your own water bottle and refill throughout the day.  Bring your own mug for your tea and coffee and save on waste!

Please bring a packed lunch so you can listen to the performing choirs, or step outside on the terrace for some fresh air and a great view of Bath.

Question 8

What do I need to bring on the day?

Accepted Answer

Please bring:
 
Your tickets (printed or on your phone)
 
A bottle of water (there is a water fountain to refill your bottle)
 
Money for tea/coffee - and your own packed lunch
 
A friend who has not sung in choir before - this really is the day to experiment!

Layers! The temperature across workshop spaces can vary so please do bring a layer in case it's chilly
 
Check with your workshop details whether you need to bring/buy any music for that particular workshop. All green workshops do not require you to bring anything other than yourself and a smile.

Question 9

I don't live in Bath - can I come along?

Accepted Answer

Although most of the choir leaders are based in Bath, the day is about experiencing different styles of choir - so although there are lots of links on the website to various choirs in the Bath area, there will be no one trying to "make you join a choir".  Come along, experiment, sing.  Simple.

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