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Basically, what's the deal?

We are a contemporary choir with a focus on indie music. We're term-based, with terms generally running around 9 weeks (roughly following the school year). There are 400 lovely people who make up this bunch. We split into 2 nights on Monday and Wednesday evenings to rehearse, but we come together to sing with some of Australia’s best artists for special events. We rehearse in an incredible space right in the centre of Coburg, and our members get to sing with some of Australia's best artists like Megan Washington, Sarah Blasko, Kate Miller Heidke, Angie McMahon, Jen Cloher, Marlon Williams, & Mark Lang.

We also livestream all choir rehearsals for our interstate and international members and people who are unable to physically attend. All members get access to livestream and playback on demand of all of these rehearsals if you can't make it in-person (or want to refresh what you learnt that week!).

When do you rehearse?

Monday and Wednesday evenings from 6:45 – 8:15pm. You can pick which ever evening suits you best, but we do ask that you attend the same night each week. Our terms mostly follow the Victorian school term calendar.

Where do you rehearse?

We have a beautiful rehearsal space in Coburg that’s very close to public transport (we share the exact location once you become a member). We also livestream all choir rehearsals for our interstate and international members and people who are unable to physically attend.

Do I have to audition?

We believe everyone can sing!

Here's why you will never have to audition for Melbourne Indie Voices:

Because singing is for everyone!
Because auditions make you feel like shit and singing is meant to make you feel good!
Because auditions don’t suit everyone
Because you might sing best when you’re singing with other people
Because what your voice sounds like on its own doesn’t matter, the sound of the choir is about more than the individual voices
Because we arrange the music so everyone can sing it, regardless of your experience
Because Josh plays the best guitar that makes us all sound good!

How much does it cost?

Our term fees for new members are $330 (inc GST).

We value inclusivity and accessibility and have a low income access rate for those who need it.

Current members re-enroling have access to a discounted rate.

What does my membership include?

Weekly in-person rehearsals for the term at our Coburg rehearsal space featuring top-of-the-line sound and lighting
Rehearsals led by Phia Exiner, contemporary artist and acclaimed arranger and songwriter, with multiple album releases and international touring, and also been in choirs since she was a small child. She lives and breathes group singing!
Musical accompaniment by Joshua Teicher, a world-class guitarist and composer who has toured internationally and written scores for TV and film – every rehearsal sounds so good!
Access to live-stream and playback on demand of all of these rehearsals if you can't make it in-person (or want to refresh what you learnt that week!)
An MIV welcome gift at your first rehearsal
Sheet music and guide tracks for all the songs we're learning
An online members community group to connect with your fellow members

What do you sing?

We’re so glad you asked! Check out THIS SPOTIFY PLAYLIST, it has the original artists’ recordings of all the songs we sing. You can also see us in action OVER HERE. Our current repertoire includes songs by Marlon Williams, Angie McMahon, Ball Park Music, Mallrat, Waxahatchee and more.

How long will I be on the waitlist?

If you join the waitlist after term has already started, you will typically be able to nab a spot the following term. Our current members get first dibs, and then we offer any remaining spots to the waitlist on a first-come, first-served basis.

Can I suggest a song?

Yes! We love hearing what you’re listening to. You can add your suggestion to our PUBLIC SPOTIFY PLAYLIST.

We pour our little heart and soul into compositions for choir - it’s not a decision taken lightly, nor is it the sort of thing that can be thrown together willy-nilly. With that in mind, all final song decisions rest with us. However, we do search far and wide for our next hit of inspiration!

Still have a question?

No drama. DROP US AN EMAIL and we’ll get back to you real soon.

Wanna join Melbourne Indie Voices?

YEAH I DO!

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