About Us
Our Mission
Our mission is to bring people together through the power of music, fostering a sense of community and joy. We believe in the transformative power of singing, not only for individual wellbeing but also for creating a collective spirit that resonates beyond our rehearsals and performances.
We don’t hold auditions, but places are strictly limited to help ensure good balance between the voice parts. We offer available places ahead of the new season, every September and, because we care deeply about who joins us, we don’t offer a taster session—we offer a taster month.
Join us in September, no pressure, no obligation.
If it clicks, we invite you to become a full member for the year.
What We Offer
Expert Musical Direction: Our choir is led by an experienced and dedicated Musical Director who is passionate about soul and groove music. As a professional vocal coach and singer, our MD is experienced in helping each member reach their full potential.
High-Quality Repertoire: We focus on contemporary repertoire with soul, funk and groove leanings. Although our repertoire is ‘light’, we enjoy getting our teeth into complex harmonies and rhythms that challenge and inspire our singers.
Regular Performances: We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality performances at various events and venues, with our very own 4-piece band of professional musicians. Our goal is to share the joy of soul music with a wider audience and to showcase the hard work and talent of our choir members.
We welcome singers of all backgrounds and musical experience, and expect a commitment to the following:
Vocal Ability: Prospective members should have a confident singing voice and the ability to hold their part within a group. You will never be put on the spot or asked to sing alone, although there are plenty of solo opportunities for those who want them!
Commitment: We rehearse once a week, and perform at least once per term*, with our main concert happening at the end of Term 3. As such, members are asked to commit to the full season when they sign up.
Preparation: Members are expected to practice their parts outside of rehearsals to ensure we maintain a high standard during our sessions. A full selection of resources is made available to all members.
Our choir is more than just a singing group; it’s a community where every voice matters. We look forward to singing with you soon!
*Members do not have to attend every scheduled performance.
Maia Hendrickx - Musical Director
Since graduating from East15 Acting School, Maia has worked professionally as a soloist, session singer and vocal coach.
Whilst specialising in Musical Theatre, Maia enjoys working in a number of different genres. Among her current musical projects, she is one half of Americana/Folk Duo ‘HendrickxRoy’ and also a regular guest vocalist for ‘The Clive Fortune Big Band’.
Alongside performing, Maia runs a busy studio in West Berkshire, where she trains aspiring young musical theatre performers.
After completing her PGCert in Vocal Pedagogy, Maia was invited to speak at the 2019 ‘Voice Geek Conference’ to share the innovative findings of her research on ‘Depression and Its Impact Upon the Working Practices of the Professional Singer’ to an international audience of her peers.
In 2020, Maia accidentally started a choir, online, in the middle of a pandemic. Since then, she has loved working with the singers that make up ‘Soul Reason’, who bring her joy every Thursday.

