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.

