When: 28 January 2025 at 1:30 pm
The Orchardville Lunchtime Performance was a delightful afternoon filled with music and community spirit, showcasing the incredible talents of the Ballyhackamore Late and Holywood Late choirs, led by the wonderful Sophie Giraudeau. With a mix of choir members and their families in attendance, the atmosphere was electric, with enthusiastic clapping and smiles all around. Despite the cloudy weather, the indoor setting provided a cozy backdrop for an unforgettable performance that was free for everyone to enjoy. Many choir members arrived early, eager to soak in the lively local scene before taking the stage. As they prepared to harmonize, the excitement was palpable. The event featured a fantastic array of songs, including crowd-pleasers like “Don’t Stop Me Now” by Queen, “I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing” by Aerosmith, and the uplifting “Learn to Fly” by the Foo Fighters. Each note echoed with joy, leaving the audience tapping their feet and singing along. Beyond the music, this concert supported the incredible work of Orchardville, a charity dedicated to empowering individuals with learning disabilities in the local community. To learn more about their mission, visit the Orchardville official site. As the performance came to a close, the warmth of the community was evident, with friends and family cheering for the talented singers. It was a beautiful reminder of how music brings us all together, creating cherished memories that linger long after the last note fades. Huge thanks to everyone who made this event possible!Performance location: 144 Ravenhill Rd BT6 8ED
Price: FREE
About the choir
The Ballyhackamore Late & Holywood Late choirs are a huge part of their community. Vocal coach Sophie Giraudeau leads your local Ballyhackamore Late & Holywood Late choirs.
Like what you see? You too can join the choir in Ballyhackamore Late & Holywood Late or our other choirs across the whole of the UK to make new friends, have adventures and get involved in singing locally. Rock Choir is a winner of the Red Ribbon ‘Big Heart’ Award. and holds 1 former and 2 current Guinness World Records. The choir is also credited with single handedly starting the contemporary choir movement.
Here’s a quote about the choir – ‘Rock Choir is a great experience of great music, friendship and for me personally has been a confidence booster.’ – John (Rock Choir Member)
Visit www.rockchoir.com/join to book your very own FREE taster session or email office@rockchoir.com to ask any question you like.
Or you can call us on 01252 714276
**STOP PRESS** Rock Choir, the largest contemporary choir in the world is set to release their brand-new single ‘Somewhere Only We Know’ on Friday 21st March. The single features the Founder of Rock Choir, Caroline Redman Lusher along with the voices of over 6000 Rock Choir Members.
The single will be performed for the first time on national TV on the day of release and broadcast to the entire nation on BBC1 as part of the Comic Relief ‘Red Nose Day’ show. This will be the biggest choir performance the show has ever hosted and will be an emotional and poignant moment with a few surprises thrown in!
The track, which was originally performed by Keane was recorded over several months when it was performed by Rock Choir Members in the audience of a recent sold-out theatre tour which toured across the UK in 2024 led by Caroline and The Rock Choir Vocal Group. The audience became part of the show and enjoyed a fully interactive singing concert experience.
Pre-order the single on your preferred platform here – https://slinky.to/SomewhereOnlyWeKnow
