‘R’ Voices is dedicated to protecting your privacy online, so we’ve developed our Privacy Policy to let you know how your personal information is being treated.
R’ Voices Ltd acts as the data controller for the purposes of data protection law. We process your personal data on the basis of your consent, where it is necessary for the performance of a contract with you (such as managing event bookings or membership administration), or where we have a legitimate interest in communicating with you about our activities.
All personal information provided by you will be handled in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
Our policy was last updated in November 2025.
How We Process Your Personal Data
Personal data about you will only be collected when you contact us via our email addresses and/or via rvoices.co.uk regarding event bookings. We will most likely request your name, email address, and telephone number so that we can respond to your request.
We may use your personal data to communicate with you, provide information to you, and provide contact details of third-party providers at your request (such as ticket purchasing websites). Contact with third-party providers will always be at your own discretion.
We will only send you emails or marketing information if you have expressed a wish for us to do so or it is relevant to your membership.
We may occasionally use your telephone number or email address to follow up your requests or for market research or survey purposes. You will always have the opportunity to opt out.
On occasion, we may use a marketing platform to send out communications via email. Some partners may store email addresses outside the UK, but we ensure that all partners safeguard your personal information.
To unsubscribe from our mailing list, simply reply to the email or contact us directly at info@rvoices.co.uk.
At ‘R’ Voices, we are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome job applications, members, and audiences from all sections of the community.
Some information collected via the Equal Opportunities Form is considered “sensitive personal data.” This information is voluntary and anonymous, used solely for equal opportunities monitoring purposes.
Data is anonymised and used only internally to assess the effectiveness of our diversity efforts. It will never be seen by interview panels or shared publicly.
We take every precaution to protect your information. All personal data stored by ‘R’ Voices is kept in a secure environment accessible only to employees who require it for specific tasks.
Regular security reviews are conducted to ensure the site remains safe and secure for your protection.
Under UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018, you have the right to request a readable copy of all personal data held about you within one month of submitting a written request.
Proof of identity (such as a passport, driving licence, or utility bill) is required to process such requests.
We aim to ensure that all personal data is accurate and up-to-date. At your request, or on our initiative, we will rectify or erase incomplete, inaccurate, or outdated information.
For any questions about how we handle your data, contact ‘R’ Voices Ltd at info@rvoices.co.uk.
Email: info@rvoices.co.uk
Occasionally, we may conduct surveys or promotions. Participation is entirely voluntary. You will always have a choice whether or not to disclose any requested information.
We may ask whether you would like to receive promotional emails about other services, but you are under no obligation to accept.
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If you have any feedback or questions about our use of your personal information or about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at info@rvoices.co.uk.
Please remember that email content is not fully secure and could be intercepted, so limit confidential or personal information in your messages.
‘R’ Voices reserves the right to change, modify, or withdraw access to this site, or the content of these pages, at any time without prior notice.
This policy may change from time to time, so please check this page periodically to ensure you’re happy with any updates. Any changes will be posted here and, where appropriate, notified via email.
Regardless of any changes, we will always handle your personal data in accordance with the UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018 and will not use your information for new purposes without your consent, where required by law.
‘R’ Voices is an inclusive, adult contemporary choir. We make group singing accessible to all – no auditions, no musical experience required. We run choirs in various locations across the week.
We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to experience group singing. We do our best to create an inclusive, welcoming environment at our rehearsals where everyone feels equal and comfortable. It doesn’t matter if you haven’t sung out loud since school or if you’re a professional singer – we all learn the same way at ‘R’ Voices.
‘R’ Voices’ repertoire is decided by the musical director, Richard Forbes. The songs we sing are a mixture of contemporary music from the last seven decades picked for their mass appeal.
Here’s a very small snapshot of our extensive repertoire:
‘R’ Voices is an adult choir – anyone over the age of 18 is welcome to join.
The choir sessions are run in the evenings between 7.30–9.30 pm. Each choir runs one session per week between Monday – Thursday.
Term dates and holidays are published at the start of the choir year (1 September).
No! We welcome all abilities. There are no auditions.
No! We want everyone to have the opportunity to experience group singing regardless of previous experience. We learn songs using lyric sheets and by listening to recordings of the different choir parts.
We don’t produce sheet music for our arrangements.
When you join ‘R’ Voices’, you’ll be given access to the song folders stored on Dropbox. Each song folder contains the lyric sheet and MP3 recordings for each part of the song arrangements.
Having access to MP3 recordings for your section allows you to practice at home or on the move. It also helps make the rehearsals more fun and less daunting, as you get an opportunity to listen to the arrangement in advance.
Dropbox is a file-sharing app – think of it as a big online filing cabinet. Dropbox is simple to use, and we can provide guidance if needed. Over the years, Dropbox has proved to be the most effective way for members to learn their parts outside of weekly choir sessions.
When you join ‘R’ Voices, your welcome email provides clear instructions on how to download and use the app.
Click here to find out what to expect at an ‘R’ Voices rehearsal.
Every 10–12 weeks, there will be a shift in the focus of learning, usually aligned with the repertoire planned for upcoming performances. You’ll be notified by email, which will include a link to the relevant Dropbox folder containing all the song materials – including MP3s and lyric sheets.
The choir is always learning new songs, while also revisiting older ones. Songs learned for previous shows don’t disappear – they remain part of our repertoire archive and are regularly brought back depending on the theme of each performance.
You’ll never be expected to learn an entirely new set of songs for a show. We always include existing material – not just because it saves time and eases the pressure during show preparation, but also because we love it, it fits, and it continues to resonate with us.
Revisiting songs from the archive isn’t just practical – it’s nostalgic, energising, and helps newer members feel connected to the choir’s history. These pieces are often used spontaneously in rehearsals – sometimes as warm-ups, sometimes to lift the mood, and often just for the joy of singing them together.
We love children, but sadly under 18s are not able to attend our rehearsals. We hope you understand and support our decision on this, to help contribute to a positive, fun, focused learning environment for our choir members.
With the exception of guide dogs, we are sadly unable to have animals (including therapy pets) at our rehearsal or performance venues.
Creating performance opportunities provides focus and gives the choir something to work towards. The applied pressure from your leader, your peers and yourself adds to the commitment of the choir, resulting in a strong community of shared experience and human connection. Not forgetting the reward of affirmation, accomplishment, admiration and the pride in yourself and from your family and friends! However, performing is not for everyone and it’s entirely optional – you can be a member of the choir without taking part in performances.
We aim to perform a few times a year. This includes a variety of shows, some big and some small. They will include community events supporting local charities and foodbanks, pub gigs, theatres and occasionally external opportunities such as festivals in the summer season. Each choir will have at least one big show a year (the “Main Show”).
As soon as we know – you know! Each choir’s Main Show will be booked over six months in advance. We aim to provide around three months’ notice for smaller shows and performances.
As much as we would love you to, of course not! Our choir is not based on performance; it’s based on creating a warm, inclusive community of people that feel comfortable singing together. Take the pressure off yourself, and if you ever feel that you would like to experience that beyond the rehearsal room, take the plunge! You probably won’t look back. Performances are really relaxed and lots of fun.
Except for some professional bookings, the majority of ‘R’ Voices performances are completely inclusive, and choir members can perform with their “primary” choir after 12 weeks of joining. On occasions where limitations on performer numbers or other restrictions have been imposed by an external booking agent or venue, Richard Forbes reserves the right to make the final decision on show participants.
‘R’ Voices does not provide expenses for refreshments or reimburse travel to and from shows.
We always aim to make our repertoire choices and show themes as inclusive as possible. Our show themes are designed to be accessible for a family audience. Occasionally, we find that material is outdated or offensive; in such cases, we amend or remove the song from our repertoire.
Children are welcome at all ‘R’ Voices shows unless a performance venue enforces an age restriction. Your choir leader will announce any restrictions before the rehearsal process for the show begins.
We try to keep ticket prices as low and inclusive as possible while covering costs. Whenever possible, we combine productions with fundraising and charity collaborations throughout the year. Our goal is to deliver professional performances at wonderful venues to the highest standard, providing accomplishment and enjoyment for both choir and audience.
Ticket sales help cover costs such as:
These costs are always higher for the “Main Shows” that we aim to produce once a year for each choir.
If you know which choir you want to join, you can click here and register for your free taster.
If you are uncertain of where you might like to join, go to our Locations page, read about the choir and select your preferred location.
Once you’ve had your free taster and we have your details, we will send you all the information you need to join the choir including full membership breakdown and payment details.
Once you’ve paid your first month’s membership, you’ll receive a confirmation email with access to our Dropbox resources.
You can join at any point during the term if places are available at your chosen choir location.
New members can join at any time during the Choir Year (1 September – 31 August) as long as there are places available.
Please note: to be eligible to perform at shows you must be a member for at least 12 weeks.
The membership subscription makes you a member of ‘R’ Voices choir.
We feel that a monthly membership fee is more manageable than the previous termly format – all memberships are paid monthly via GoCardless.
This ongoing monthly payment spreads the cost over the year and guarantees your place at rehearsals, paying for rehearsal costs and contributing to our productions, events, socials, resources and running costs throughout the year.
At present we do not offer online membership options.
GoCardless is a payment service provider that enables recurring and one-off payments directly from customers’ bank accounts via Direct Debit.
‘R’ Voices does not store customers’ bank details.
If your preferred location is at full capacity, you can join the waiting list or choose another location.
The deposit equals one month’s fees – your final month is pre-paid.
If you decide to leave, provide at least one month’s notice; your deposit covers that notice period.
Fees are calculated by spreading annual costs (46 / 61 sessions per year) over twelve months.
M1 ≈ £12 per session; M2 ≈ £10 per session.
Concession rates support those facing financial barriers. We offer a 15% discount for:
Proof of eligibility is required via the Concession Form. ‘R’ Voices reserves the right to change or withdraw discounts at any time.
W/C 8 Sept 2025 – W/C 24 Aug 2026 (inclusive).
Holiday weeks: w/c 22 Dec, 29 Dec, 30 Mar, 17 Aug, 24 Aug.
We ask for a ‘show fee’ once a year for the Main Show when costs are higher (through purchase of two tickets). This supports production costs, guarantees an audience and reduces ticket-sale pressure for everyone.
We try to ensure that all venues are accessible. Contact support@rvoices.co.uk with any questions. We’ll work to accommodate individual needs where possible.
When you sign up for a Free Taster or join ‘R’ Voices, you can share access requirements through the membership form. We’re committed to accommodating you so you can enjoy singing with your community. For specific needs, email support@rvoices.co.uk.
It’s easy! Go to the ‘Free Taster’ link, choose your location, enter your email and you’ll receive details for your chosen venue (and others if you change your mind). Click here to book your Free Taster.
You can attend as long as there is space available. You’ll be notified if the choir is full. You cannot attend more than one free taster or swap venues to repeat it.
Yes! Everyone attending must complete the Free Taster form so we have contact details in case of updates or cancellations.
Yes, if you haven’t used your taster yet, you can try another location. Just fill another form and we’ll update your details.
No. Join whenever you like as long as space is available. We can’t hold places, but let us know your plans and we’ll keep you updated.
If you don’t have a computer or email, visit your preferred rehearsal, speak to the leader and request a registration form to be sent to your home address.
