INFORMATION for MEMBERS
two instalments of
£250 (winter season) and £160 (summer season)
Rehearsals:
We rehearse from 7.30 to 9.30pm on Wednesday evenings in term time from September to mid-June.
We enjoy a teabreak half way through the evening. To be more environmentally friendly members are encouraged to bring their own mug each week for their tea and coffee.
We hold a weekly raffle and also other fundraising events durng the year.
Subscriptions:
£250 per year - payable in one payment in
September, or monthly by standing order
This fee includes the cost of two additional pre-concert rehearsals.
Music:
Music is available to hire and/or buy at a small additional cost. Practise resources are also available.
Charity of the Year:
We are delighted to be continuing to support the work that the Family Support Network does for neurodiverse children and their familes.
Socialising:
Our members are a very sociable lot and enjoy getting together several times a year for a variety of social events.
Concert Dress Code:
Ladies:
Long black skirts or trousers, black tops with medium to long sleeves, red or gold Phoenix scarf, black tights and black shoes, discreet jewellery and small black handbags.
Gentlemen:
Formal dress (black tie - formal dinner jacket). Red or gold Phoenix bow-tie.
Scarves and bow-ties are provided free of charge for members for the duration of their membership.
Phoenix music folders are available to buy.
Dates:
2026:
Winter Season:
Wednesday 9th September ~ Rehearsals begin -
Sanctuary in Emmanuel Church
Wednesday 9th December ~ Finish for Christmas
2027:
Wednesday 6th January ~ Rehearsals resume
Sanctuary in Emmanuel Church
Saturday 6th February CONCERT
Afternoon rehearsal in All Saints' Church
Concert ~ 7.30pm All Saints' Church
Summer Season:
February 24th - June 9th Rehearsals Sanctuary in Emmanuel Church
Easter Break: 16th April
Saturday 5th June: CONCERT
Afternoon rehearsal in Emmanuel church Concert ~ 7.30pm Emmanuel Church
Illness:
While we value your attendance, out of consideration for fellow singers, members are requested not to attend rehearsals if unwell and contagious!
