About Us

Dynamics Choir is starting in October 2025 as a new pop and rock choir in Nailsea. The choir is lead by Dan Pate, who teaches a number of other fun pop and rock choir groups including Riff Raff, The Raff Pack, and Choirs For Good Bristol.

Dynamics Choir is for everyone, regardless of previous singing experience. Studies have shown the physical and mental benefits of group singing, from stress relief to improved memory. It's also a great way to connect with others in the community and raise money for charity, all while making a fantastic sound together!

Testimonials

Said about Dan's choirs rehearsals:

"Dan always makes choir a fun place to learn, and a really inclusive and lovely group to be a part of" - Tash

"Dan is always welcoming and makes each session so much fun. His teaching style is inspiring and really makes us want to do well" - Christine

"Dan is always positive and encouraging, I don't know where he gets his energy!" - Jess

"A great evening full of fun and enjoyment, I always leave feeling upbeat" - Rosemarie

"The teaching is excellent and inspirational! It is a joy to sing in this choir" - John

FAQ

When/where are rehearsals? Rehearsals take place every Wednesday evening from 7:30 - 9:30 at Nailsea Methodist Church.

Can I try the choir out before joining? Yes, you can sign up for a free taster from out "join us" page. We'll be in contact via email to let you know when our next rehearsal is.

Do I need to bring anything with me? Just yourself and your voice! I'd also recommend bringing a bottle of water, and some people like to bring a pencil for making notes on word sheets.

Is the venue accessible? Yes, the venue is fully accessible.

Is there parking? Yes, the church has a car park. There is also on street parking nearby.

What if I can't sing? We believe that there is no such thing as someone who can't sing! You may have been discouraged in the past, or feel like you are not confident with your voice, but singing is just like any skill - you get better by doing it! A choir is the perfect place to develop your voice as you will be singing with lots of other people. The more you sing, the more confident you will get!

Will I have to audition or know how to read music? No! You'll sing from word sheets and be taught everything by ear in a big group.

Will I have to sing on my own? No, you'll be singing in a big group with lots of friendly other people.

How do I know if I like singing higher, in the middle or lower? Don't worry if you're not sure yet, we'll give you lots of fun warm ups and exercises to learn more about your voice. You will discover and develop your vocal range over time.

What kind of songs will we sing? We'll be singing a wide range of pop and rock songs from across the decades, all in glorious harmony! The members area contains a form that choir members can fill in to suggest their own songs for us to sing.

How do I sign up to join the choir? We hope you enjoy your taster session and are keen to sign up as a member of the choir! You can do this using this link. We'll then be in touch with more info, including the password to the members area.

How much does it cost to join? After your taster session you can sign up to join the choir for £22.99 per month, paid as a direct debit which you can cancel anytime.

Can I pay for each session individually rather than subscribing? Unfortunately we don't routinely offer pay-per-session as an option, as the subscription fee covers membership of the choir including concerts, socials and online materials as well as the rehearsals.

Why do I need to keep paying my subscription during times of the year when there are fewer rehearsals (eg. over the summer holidays)? The subscription fee is based on a yearly cost for 32 rehearsals, concerts, socials, a summer workshop and online materials divided up into monthly payments for convenience. This means that you pay the same cost when there are more choir events happening (eg. towards the end of a term we will often have rehearsals, performances and socials happening in the same month) as when there isn't as much happening (like over the summer). Spreading the cost like this hopefully makes payment more simple, managable and helps with choir adminstration too.

What if I need to miss a rehearsal? Our members area contains high quality recordings of each part of the songs we are learning, plus warm up and singing technique videos. If you miss a session you are welcome to find out what we've covered during the rehearsal from our members area and use the resources to practice at home.

I have other commitments on some Wednesdays but would still like to sign up! Please email nailseachoir@gmail.com to discuss other options if you are keen to join but know you will routinely miss some sessions.

I'd love to join but can't afford it. We offer a conscession rate for those in financial difficulty - please contact nailseachoir@gmail.com to find out more.

What if I need to take a longer break from choir? If you would like to remain a member but need to take a longer break from the choir for any reason please email nailseachoir@gmail.com.

Can I change the day that my direct debit comes out of my account? Yes! Please contact nailseachoir@gmail.com stating which day you would like to change your direct debit to.

How do I cancel my membership? You can cancel your membership at any time. Please contact nailseachoir@gmail.com with the subject line "membership cancellation". You can also cancel directly via your bank - please do let us know via email as well for our records.