Sing Handel's "Messiah" at The Royal Albert Hall with WOAPA

Sing Messiah with WOAPA (deadline for singers' applications - February 28th 2023)

WOAPA is taking a group of singers to perform in Handel's 'Messiah' at The Royal Albert Hall, London, in November 2023.

Are you aged 18+ yrs and interested in singing with us at The Royal Albert Hall?
Here are a few FAQs

When is it? And why do we have to book so early?

Sunday November 12th.
Places are limited and usually sell out as soon as they are released in February.
(therefore, singers need to express an interest with us before February 28th).

Do I have to be able to read music?

No. We carefully take you through things step by step and you can learn it by ear very easily. We also show you how to follow the score.

When Are rehearsals?

Two in May, one in June & July, two in September, October and November (usually Thursday evenings, 7.30 - 9.00pm).

What if I find it too difficult?

You won’t. Learning in small, bite-size chunks, sessions are relaxed and fun! If there is something you don’t understand in-between sessions, we are always available to help via email and phone. You can even take your music/words into the performance with you too!

Will I be with people I know at the performance?

Yes! All our singers sit together in groups (Sops, Altos, etc) so the people who you have been practising with will be right there, next to you.

Can friends & family come too?

Yes! At the time of booking, we can also book audience seats for them and a place on the coach. After that date though, they will need to buy tickets from The Albert Hall direct (if there are any left!)

What does the cost include?

·Reserved singer’s seat at The Royal Albert Hall, London.

·Door-to-door return coach travel from Witney

·Full music score with songwords

·Tuition, mentoring & ongoing support throughout

·A fantastic, memorable experience!

If you would like to express an interest in joining us in 2023 at The Royal Albert Hall please contact us by clicking the blue link below.

HANDEL'S 'MESSIAH AT THE ROYAL ALBERT HALL

Rehearsal dates are as follow - (all Thursdays, 7.30 - 9.00pm)

May 11th, May 25th, June 22nd,  July 13th,  Sept 14th,  Sept 28th,
Oct 5th,  Oct 19th,  Nov 2nd,  Nov 9th.

Finally ... some feedback from previous singers

“Brian, I'm so glad that I decided to do it. You made everything seem possible and I enjoyed every rehearsal. The day was truly amazing, everything was perfect”.

“WOW what a night! After the excellent tuition from yourselves and support from all the other singers, which gave me lots of encouragement, the outcome was awesome”.

“I’ve done some things in my time, but honestly it was amazing! I listened and absorbed, I was awestruck and mesmerized and I sang my little heart out! Loved it, loved it, loved it - amazing experience, wonderful”

“Can I start by thanking you both for including the Messiah in the annual diary of WOAPA. It's not something that many of us think is within our capabilities, but with your patience  and obvious passion, our confidence slowly begins to grow until we can believe in ourselves, and that is a fabulous process to experience in itself!
I personally felt that the whole process was pitched just right, I did start out very nervous in my own ability to achieve the required level for the final performance, but by learning a few parts each week and then adding to them each time until we reached the entire work, was perfect tutoring”.

“Thank you very much for organising, it was an amazing experience and we thoroughly enjoyed it! My husband said how amazing it sounded and thank you for the best seats!”