BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//wp-events-plugin.com//7.2.3.1//EN TZID:Europe/London X-WR-TIMEZONE:Europe/London BEGIN:VEVENT UID:1934@porty.live DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260504T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260629T210000 DTSTAMP:20260430T182722Z URL:https://www.porty.live/whatson/events/rock-choir/ SUMMARY:Rock Choir DESCRIPTION:Rock Choir\, the world’s largest contemporary choir experienc e\, is launching new locations in Scotland and are inviting potential new members to experience the joy\, community and music that have made it a ho usehold name across the UK. Established in 2005 by award-winning musician and singer Caroline Redman Lusher MBE\, Rock Choir has pioneered a contemp orary choir experience that is musically accessible\, inclusive and life-c hanging.\n\nThe new Rock Choir locations will be led by Scottish musician Chris Duke who will be the ninth Rock Choir Leader in the Scotland region. Rock Choir members from Scotland have had some amazing experiences and pe rformance opportunities to look forward to\, which new members joining wil l have the chance to participate in.\n\nThe Rock Choir experience offers p eople of all ages a fun and uplifting alternative to traditional classical or community choirs. There are no auditions and no requirement to read mu sic - just the opportunity to sing feel-good pop\, rock and contemporary c hart hits\, all carefully arranged and created by a superb team of Grammy award-winning producers\, with bespoke arrangements exclusive to Rock Choi r.\n\nMembers regularly take part in once-in-a-lifetime experiences locall y\, nationally and internationally\, from performing at Wembley Stadium to Carnegie Hall in New York\, and travelling to cities such as Berlin and c ountries including Greece and Spain. These opportunities complement weekly rehearsals\, creating unforgettable experiences that bring together music \, friendship and confidence.\n\nRock Choir Leader Chris Duke will lead Ro ck Choir in Dalkeith\, Penicuik\, Portobello and Tranent will ensure the c hoir’s ethos of fun\, community and wellbeing helps members build confid ence\, reduce stress and connect them with others in a positive and uplift ing environment. All Rock Choir Leaders are highly trained and passionate\ , guiding every rehearsal\, ensuring all members feel supported and encour aged.\n\nFrom performing at local community events and fundraising for cha rities\, to appearing on national television and singing in iconic venues\ , festivals and high-profile events\, Rock Choir is about far more than si nging. It is about empowering confidence\, building self-belief and offeri ng opportunities that go above and beyond expectations.\n\nRock Choir Lead er\, Chris Duke comments:\nRock Choir is not just a choir\, it can build f riendships\, increase confidence and self-esteem and it’s also brilliant for your mental health and wellbeing! We have lots of fun and don’t for get there is no need to audition or read music. Everyone is welcome!!\nNew members are invited to join a FREE taster session at any Rock Choir locat ion. There is no pressure\, no auditions and no need to read music - just come along and experience Rock Choir for yourself. Sign up for a free tast er here - www.rockchoir.com\n\n \; ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.porty.live/wp-content/uploads/2026/0 4/Flyer-Imagelisting.jpg CATEGORIES:Music LOCATION:St Mark’s Episcopal Church\, 287 Portobello High Street\, Portob ello\, Edinburgh\, EH15 2AR\, United Kingdom GEO:55.950726;-3.108889 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=287 Portobello High Street\ , Portobello\, Edinburgh\, EH15 2AR\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X- TITLE=St Mark’s Episcopal Church:geo:55.950726,-3.108889 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London X-LIC-LOCATION:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT DTSTART:20260329T020000 TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE END:VCALENDAR