We generally sing ‘popular’ songs in harmony, with no requirement to read music. The sessions are really relaxed and really fun. There are no auditions and no one has to sing on their own!
Jaquie believes that singing in a choir should be accessible to everyone, whether they have sung before or not, or have little or no experience. Reading music is not necessary, just a love of music, singing and being part of a group. The choir is led in a relaxed, enthusiastic and friendly style and Jaquie brings out the best in all the choirs that she works with. She helps people build their self confidence and works hard to create a happy safe and enjoyable singing experience.
Our name ‘Hygge’ - pronounced Hooga, is a Danish word which means a feeling of wellbeing, joy and happiness. This is how many of the choir have described our group and I think it just about sums it up perfectly...
Choir Sessions and Prices
We rehearse every Thursday from 7.15 pm - 8.45 pm at the Stratford St Mary Institute Hall, The Row, Higham Road, Stratford St. Mary, Colchester, CO7 6JU.
If you’d like to give us a try your first session is absolutely FREE!
Each session thereafter is £6 (paid in blocks of 5,6 or 7 weeks).
The blocks fall roughly in line with school half terms. We will not break for half terms but will have 2 weeks off at Christmas, Easter and a month or so off in the Summer. I realise that members do not want to pay for sessions missed due to holidays, so everyone can use up to 3 ‘Holiday Weeks’ over 12 months. Please let me know in advance, before you pay for a block if you would like to use a ‘Holiday Week’.
The Institute Hall is a great space with plenty of parking. It’s easily accessible from Colchester, Ipswich and surrounding villages, just off the A12. You are welcome to arrive at 7pm if you fancy a cuppa and a chat before we start at 7.15. I’m sure we may frequent the nearby pubs afterwards too.
Why Join a Community Choir?
Joining a "community" is just one of the many many reasons.... To be part of a friendly group of like minded people who also love music and having fun is enormously valuable when it comes to our sense of well-being. It's a medicine far more powerful than anything you can get in a capsule.
Members of community choirs have reported enjoying a wide array of physical, emotional and mental health and wellbeing benefits. From feedback and research, the powerful benefits of singing as part of a large friendly choir include:
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Boost to your self confidence
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Immediately lifts your mood
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A powerful feeling of wellbeing and joy
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Make new friends
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Feel Amazing
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Dissolve stress, anxiety and depression
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Breathwork is a powerful healing tool
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Laughter happens a LOT here and it really is the best medicine
About Hygge Harmony Choir
Hygge Harmony Choir Events
List of Events (Past & Planned):
28 April 2024 - Hygge Harmony Choir will be singing at the Annual Commemoration Service in honour of the crew of an RAF Bomber which crashed during the war in 1944 in Colchester, Essex. The Commemoration Service has been held every year since a Memorial Pillar was established in 2013 and Hygge Harmony Community Choir is proud to be invited to sing.
Summer Performances
6th June - Langham D Day 80 Commemoration Event
29th June - Brantham - Armed Forces day
6th July - Brantham - Village Kids Fest
