'Come and Sing' Southampton

Do you like singing? Are you interested in trying out Gospel Music?...If your answer is 'YES' to either, great! Please read on...

If your answer is 'NO', still read on and give us a chance...

What Is A 'Come and Sing' Event ???

Simply put, it is just that. An opportunity to come, sing and join a collective group of voices. We will learn a song, sharpen technique, create an amazing sound, and have incredible fun while doing it.

Whether you are an experienced singer, a car-drive crooner or unsure if you can even hold a tune, you are welcome. All you have to do is be open to learning and following the direction of international Choir Leader and Vocal Coach Tim Uffindell.

Participation is low-pressure, which means you join in with what makes you feel comfortable. However, with Tim's expertise, enthusiasm and dynamic approach, you will likely be swept up in the joy of it all and maybe even find yourself wanting to dance too (imagine that!).

What Happens At A 'Come and Sing' Event ???

The workshop itself lasts 2.5 hours with some time for a break. While singing you will learn one brilliant Gospel song back-to-font, side-to-side, upside-down and inside-out. You will be in one of four voice groups - determined by what you find most comfortable to sing - and when we all sing together, we will create a beautiful harmony.

You will learn various techniques that will help to shape and craft the sound, build your confidence and make a real ‘Gospel Noise’! We hope that you surprise yourself with what you are capable of.

You will also learn the meaning of the song you are singing and become familiar with how to connect to the lyrics and whatever they invoke in you. This may be a surprising and potentially impactful aspect of the experience.

By the end of the workshop, the whole group will be able to hold their harmony and sing the song all the way through with confidence, joy and movement.

Why Should I Attend A 'Come and Sing' Event ???

Well, because it's fun and we think meeting as a group of individuals, singing together for an evening is a brilliant way to encourage building community. We also firmly believe that EVERYONE has a voice and we know it's an amazing way to not only express ourselves but to also give our minds something different to focus on. Also, singing in a group makes you feel amazing!

Forget what you think you know about singing in a group and experience what singing Gospel music with other people can be like.

Not only will you learn a new skill or sharpen one you already have, but you will also meet others doing the same and possibly make a new friend along the way. 

We hope you will take the opportunity to join us and see where it takes you.

See you there,

The Gospel Collective Team

                                                                                                                                                                                     

‘All Are Welcome’ Ticket Prices:

You will see that we have a few ticket options for you to choose from based on what your budget may be. We firmly believe in making these events accessible to anyone interested, therefore money should not stop you from joining in.

Please choose a ticket option that best suits you. If, for whatever reason, you can’t see one that is suitable please contact us at office@gospelcollective.co.uk.

A Bit About Tim / Who Is This Guy???

Tim Uffindell is an International Gospel Choir Leader and Vocal Coach. He has worked across Europe at Gospel events delivering vocal training sessions, teaching songs and leading mass choirs with youth and adults (up to 2000 young people).

He leads three regular choirs in Surrey and Hampshire, UK; two adult Gospel Choirs - Gospel Collective, and a youth choir; Soul Children.

He is passionate about encouraging people to find their voices and loves how Gospel music is not only fun but also very powerful and can open doors in unexpected ways.

This Event’s Song:

"Praise Comin’ On” by Isaac Cates and Ordained. An upbeat and fun Gospel song in three parts. This song uses unison, harmony, call and response and is a great song to explore some vocal techniques specific to the Gospel genre.

General Info:

• Once you have purchased your ticket, you will receive a confirmation email with your tickets and a link to additional resources for this event

• We would love for this event to be for the whole family, if your child is in attendance, they must have a valid ticket and will be your responsibility at all times throughout the workshop 

• Doors to the venue will open at 6:45 pm. The event will start promptly at 7:00 pm and will run for 2.5 hours, including a short break

• Please bring a water bottle and wear clothes you’re happy to move in

• The workshop will finish at 9:30 pm

• There is no designated performance, however, if your family/friends would like to come and hear you sing, please invite them to the venue for 9:15 pm

Media Consent:

We love to share the joy of what we are up to on our social media platforms and website. Therefore we may have a photographer/videographer present during the workshop. By attending our event, we will assume (unless otherwise stated), that you are happy to be photographed or videoed.

If you have any concerns about this please email office@gospelcollective.co.uk

Physical Accessibility:

The Lounge at Highfield Church has level access. There is also 1 designated disabled parking bay and accessible toilets at the venue. 

Parking:

Highfield Church has 15 parking spaces in total (1 disabled bay, 6 to the front of the building and 8 to the side of the building). The venue kindly ask that access to the main entrance/exit for other vehicles is not obstructed and that cars park within the marked areas. It is also advisable not to leave valuable items in your vehicle. 

Cancellation Policy:

Tickets are refundable up to 24 hours before the event, after which we are no longer able to offer refunds. This policy helps us keep these events financially sustainable for both our community & our team. If you RSVP but are no longer able to come, please let us know so that we may offer your spot to someone else!

For more information, please email office@gospelcollective.co.uk
                          
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