01MONDAYS
Marlow
7:30–9:30pm
Christ Church URC
18 Oxford Road, Marlow SL7 2NL
MARLOW · ST ALBANS · AYLESBURY
Find your voice.
Find your people.
Big harmonies. New friendships.
So much to look forward to.
Love to sing? Come and share it with us. We’re a friendly adult choir with big musical ambitions, led by conductor and vocal coach Russell Scott.
No choir experience needed. No music reading required.
Great company. Unforgettable moments.
Your next stage
could be this.
could be this.
Since 2010 making music together3 locations one choir communityAll adult voices welcomeTry us for free ↗︎
MORE THAN A CHOIR
A place to belong.
A chance to grow.
That feeling when all the voices come together? There’s nothing quite like it.
At Next Stage Choir, we share a love of singing and the satisfaction of getting better together. We’re a community of around 120 adults across Marlow, St Albans and Aylesbury — with a warm welcome for new faces and an ambition to make wonderful music.
Whether you’re returning to singing or trying a choir for the first time, you’ll find encouragement, friendship and expert guidance every step of the way.
Get to know life in the choir ↓GOOD MUSIC. GREAT COMPANY.
Come for the music.
Stay for the people.
The singing brings us together.
The friendships make it special.
FriendshipSocialsShared adventures
Shared laughs, familiar faces and the buzz of making music together. Choir is a chance to step away from the everyday and spend time with people who love singing as much as you do.
With socials, shared adventures and plenty to look forward to, there’s a whole community to get to know across Marlow, St Albans and Aylesbury.
Coming on your own? You’re welcome here.
You don’t need to know anyone or have sung in a choir before. Come to a free taster, meet the singers and get a feel for the music and the people.
From your first rehearsal to unforgettable experiences.GROW IN CONFIDENCE
This is where
your voice takes off.
We’re here to enjoy singing — and to sing it well. Rehearsals combine vocal development, four-part harmony and music that challenges and excites us.
01
Learn from a professional
Develop your voice, confidence and musicianship with musical director Russell Scott.
02
Sing music you’ll love
Pop and rock favourites, musical theatre, a cappella, stage, screen and classical music.
03
Be part of something special
Local concerts, recording projects and international tours — with friendships along the way.
THIS IS NEXT STAGE CHOIR
Hear the harmony.
Feel the possibility.
We’ve sung on extraordinary stages, recorded together and taken our music around the world. It all starts with people who love to sing — just like you.
Watch & hear the choir ↗︎
THE THRILL OF PERFORMINGMusic that fills
Music that fills
remarkable spaces.
Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral
ADVENTURES TOGETHERMemories beyond
Memories beyond
the rehearsal room.
Disneyland California
OUR VOICES. OUR SOUND.Be part of
Be part of
something lasting.
Choir recording projects
Stages & experiences we’ve shared
Berlin Philharmonie ✦ Abbey Road Studios ✦ Cadogan Hall ✦ Royal Academy of Music
THREE LOCATIONS. ONE NEXT STAGE CHOIR.
Find your local choir.
One membership. The freedom to attend up to three rehearsals a week.
All sessions run 7:30–9:30pm.
02TUESDAYS
St Albans
7:30–9:30pm
St Albans URC – Greenwood
149 Watford Road, St Albans AL2 3HG
03THURSDAYS
Aylesbury
7:30–9:30pm
Aylesbury Grammar School
Walton Road, Aylesbury HP21 7RP
Around 40 weekly rehearsals a year, plus workshops, online technique sessions and socials. We sing throughout the year, beyond school terms.
A BRILLIANT WAY TO BEGIN
Your first rehearsal?
On us.
Come for a free taster. Meet the people, feel the harmonies and discover just how much you could be part of.
Love it? Here’s an extra reason to make this your next stage.
Book my free tasterNEW MEMBER WELCOME OFFER
£39per month
for up to your first 3 months
- No joining fee
- No music costs for your first 6 months
- One membership, up to 3 rehearsals a week
Then £58.50 per month.
Join within 14 days of your taster to qualify. Your taster session is free; the £39 rate applies to membership afterwards.
Russell ScottPROFESSIONAL DIRECTION. PERSONAL ENCOURAGEMENT.
Inspiring you to sing
at your very best.
Meet Russell Scott, our musical director.
A conductor, musical director, producer and vocal coach, Russell brings musical expertise, energy and ambition to every rehearsal.
His approach is focused, supportive and full of possibility. You’ll work with full choral scores, develop healthy vocal technique and discover the joy of singing with precision and expression.
It’s about enjoying the journey — and being proud of what you achieve.
Meet Russell ↗︎“
From the moment I walked across the car park at my taster session I have always felt welcomed and part of this incredible group.
— A Next Stage Choir member
A warm welcome. A shared passion. A place in the harmony.YOUR FIRST REHEARSAL
Come curious.
Leave inspired.
Your free taster is a real rehearsal, with real people.
No audition to attend. Just a chance to see if we’re your kind of choir.
Choose your taster
Pick Marlow, St Albans or Aylesbury and an available date in our booking form.
We’ll get you ready
Check your email for everything you need, including details and links to the music.
Come and sing
Meet the choir, enjoy the rehearsal and chat with Russell about joining afterwards.
COME AND SHARE THE MOMENT
See us live.
Feel part of it.
Join us for music, festive cheer and a warm welcome. Here’s where you can hear Next Stage Choir this November and December.
Free admission
Marlow · 3pm
All Saints Church
The Causeway, Marlow SL7 2AA · Donations welcome
Come and enjoy the music.
Tickets available
Free mince pies!
Tickets available
St Albans · 7:30pm
Mencap at Christmas
Homewood Road United Reformed Church, St Albans AL1 4BH
Book tickets
Enjoy the concert? Your next step could be singing with us. Book a free taster
A FEW THINGS YOU MIGHT BE WONDERING
Your questions,
answered.
First-time nerves are normal.
We’re here to help you feel at home.
Do I need choir experience or to read music?
No. You’ll learn with full choral scores, supported by vocal resources and professional guidance. Many of our singers learnt to read music after joining. Bring enthusiasm and a willingness to learn.
Is there an audition?
There is no audition to attend a taster. If you decide to join, Russell will arrange a friendly 5–10 minute voice review. Simple pitch, listening and harmony exercises help find your voice part and check that you can pitch and blend comfortably.
What happens at my free taster?
Choose a date and location using our booking form. You’ll receive the details and links to music by email. Join a real rehearsal, meet the singers and try the music. At the end, Russell will explain membership and answer your questions.
Can I join at any time?
Yes. We rehearse across the year rather than operating in school terms. Book an available taster date whenever you’re ready.
How much is membership, and what is the welcome offer?
Your taster session is free. Join within 14 days of your taster and membership is £39 per month for up to your first 3 months, with no joining fee and no music costs for your first 6 months. After the introductory period, membership is £58.50 per month. One membership gives you the flexibility to attend up to three rehearsals a week.
What does membership include?
Around 40 weekly two-hour rehearsals a year, with the flexibility to attend up to three locations each week, plus workshops, joint and project rehearsals, online learning resources and socials. Membership is paid monthly by Direct Debit with no long-term contract. Student discounts are available; full details are explained at your taster.
Do I have to perform in every concert or go on tour?
No. You can choose which projects to take part in, from local performances to international adventures.
Are all voice parts welcome?
Yes. We welcome adult sopranos, altos, tenors and basses. We’re especially keen to hear from tenors and basses. If you don’t know your voice part, we’ll help you find it.
Can I book the choir for an event?
Yes. We welcome enquiries about concerts, festivals, weddings and charity events. Use our contact form and tell us about the event, venue and proposed date.
OUR VOICES. YOUR SOUNDTRACK.
Take the harmony
home with you.
From soaring show tunes to Christmas favourites, discover our albums and EPs. Choose a cover to hear Next Stage Choir on Spotify.
Christmas Movie Magic
Listen on Spotify
At the Musicals
Listen on Spotify
It's a Wonderful Christmas
Listen on Spotify
Let the River Run
Listen on Spotify
And So It Goes
Listen on SpotifyLove what you hear? Come and sing with us at a free taster
YOUR NEXT STAGE STARTS HERE
Big music.
Brilliant people.
Your next stage.
Start with a free taster. Then join for £39 per month for up to your first 3 months,
with no joining fee and no music costs for 6 months.