Why join SCCC Hampshire?

SCCC Hampshire offers far more than weekly singing sessions. We provide a safe, welcoming and inspiring environment where children can develop musical skills, build confidence, make lifelong friendships and experience the joy of performing together.

For many Service children, our choir becomes a place of belonging. It is somewhere they can connect with others who understand the unique experiences of Service life, develop resilience, and flourish through music.

Exceptional Musical Teaching Every Week

Your child's membership provides:

60 Minutes of Expert Tuition Every Week

  • 39 weeks of teaching each year

  • Professional vocal training

  • Music reading and performance skills

  • Harmony and ensemble singing

  • Opportunities to develop instrumental skills

  • Performance preparation and stagecraft

This equates to almost 40 hours of high-quality music tuition every year, delivered by experienced music educators.

Learn from Outstanding Musicians

Charli Billing

Charli is a talented and passionate music leader who is dedicated to helping children grow in confidence through singing and performance. Through engaging rehearsals and a supportive approach, Charli helps young people develop their vocal skills, musical understanding and enjoyment of music.

Charli works with choir members to develop:

  • Singing technique

  • Musical confidence

  • Performance skills

  • Teamwork and collaboration

  • Creativity and self-expression

Chris Pelly

Chris Pelly is an experienced musician, conductor and educator who studied Music at the University of Leeds. A former member of the Band of His Majesty's Royal Marines, he has performed at prestigious venues including the Royal Albert Hall, Birmingham Symphony Hall and The Sage Gateshead.

Chris brings a wealth of experience working with choirs, orchestras and young musicians, helping children develop confidence, musical skills and a love of performance.

The Proven Benefits of Music

Research consistently shows that learning and making music supports children's wellbeing, confidence and development.

Studies have found that children who participate in music education often experience:

  • Increased confidence and self-esteem

  • Improved emotional wellbeing

  • Greater resilience and perseverance

  • Stronger social connections and friendships

  • A stronger sense of belonging

  • Enhanced concentration and engagement in learning

  • Improved emotional awareness and self-expression

Recent international research reviewing music learning and wellbeing found that almost every study reported positive wellbeing outcomes for children and young people, particularly in confidence, belonging, relationships and educational engagement

Amazing Performance Opportunities

Choir members benefit from opportunities that many children never experience.

Each year we typically deliver:

  • Community concerts and events

  • High-profile regional opportunities

  • Collaborative performances with professional musicians

  • Memorable experiences that build confidence and create lifelong memories

Performing develops communication skills, confidence, teamwork and resilience while giving children a genuine sense of pride and achievement.

So what are you waiting for?