What is Union Point
Choir?
Union Point is for anyone who loves to sing big harmonies and wants more from a choir in Manchester. Sing exciting arrangements, perform with state-of-the-art live equipment, and take part in live shows, studio recordings and professional video shoots. With high musical standards but no intimidating auditions, it’s about great music, great people and unforgettable experiences right in the middle of Manchester.
Rehearsals
Had 12 rehearsals to learn our concert which included learning arrangements, group warm-ups, vocal education, and great vibes
Socials
We organised socials at junkyard golf and summer pop ups to spend some down time together between the music!
Music Video
We filmed our debut single's music video 'Wildest Dreams' by Taylor Swift arr. Emily Drum and published it to Youtube.
Final Concert
We did our final concert in Hallé St Michaels in Ancoats to a packed audience with a gorgeous folk support act!
What did we get up to in Season 1?
What happens when I sign-up?
Hit ‘Sign Up Now’ anywhere on the site and you’ll be taken to a quick form asking a few questions about you, your voice and your contact details.
The 30th September rehearsal is completely free with zero commitment. Just come along, meet everyone, sing with us and see what you think! Contact us on +44 7909982412 (via whatsapp message) if you have any further questions.
Love it and want to stay? We’ll get you properly set up for the rest of the season afterwards via WhatsApp, ready to join us each Wednesday.
What are the dates in Season 2?
(7:45pm at SEESAW)
September: 30th (Taster Rehearsal)
October: 7th - 14th - 21st - 28th
November: 4th - 11th - 18th - 25th
December: 2nd - 9th - 16th - (Final Show tbc)
We offer a couple of ways of paying. Either pay £100 for the entire season upfront, or £9 per week for 12 weeks. This happens automatically after signing up with us properly (via Gocardless). This is not required for The Septmber 30th Taster.
How much does it cost?
(GOOGLE FORM)
What would I get out of it?
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A fulfilling musical outlet
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A warm social environment
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Professionally produced projects
How do rehearsals work?
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We have 2-hour rehearsals once per week with a small break in the middle
They are held in the studio space at SEESAW (near Canal Street) in central Manchester at 7:45pm weekly
The atmosphere is a careful balance of sociable and fun whilst also productive with a focus on quality of output to result in a setlist for our end of season show
Rehearsals are primarily lead by Douglas Lloyd (musical director) with occasional guest MDs stepping in for variety
The Musical Director and rehearsal leader:
Douglas Lloyd
Professional tenor vocalist, musical director, member of The Apex Singers and Elision, and award winning vocal arranger
A NOTE FROM THE MUSICAL DIRECTOR:
"Union Point is about making ambitious music together and having a great time doing it. I run rehearsals with energy, focus and plenty of room to experiment, but I expect everyone to arrive ready to contribute, learn quickly and give the music their full commitment in the room so we can make exciting music together!
You don’t need to be able to read music, although it certainly helps. Music and individual part-learning tracks are provided ahead of rehearsals for every arrangement, and spending a little time with these between sessions makes rehearsals faster, more creative and more enjoyable for everyone.
You don’t need to be perfect. Just try and come prepared, open-minded and ready to bring something to the room. It's not just about learning music, it is about sharing and developing a love for vocal music more broadly and having a great time whilst doing so.
Bring the energy, trust the process, and we’ll build something brilliant together"
Key Information/FAQs
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Is it all just singing?!
Not at all. Alongside rehearsals, there are live performances, professional recordings, video shoots and plenty of socials, some less official than others. Our singers range from enthusiastic hobbyists to experienced and professional performers, all brought together by a love of making great music.
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Is it for me?!
If you love singing, building big harmonies and exploring great music, absolutely. There are no auditions and you don’t need to read music, but we do expect some preparation between rehearsals so we can spend our time together making music, not just learning notes.
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Type of singing?!
We sing vocal arrangements of everything from charting pop music to traditional folk and everything in between in 4 part harmony and beyond. We are an A Cappella choir so beatboxers and vocal percussion is needed also!
