Choir Lead / Musical Director

One Song is a one-off voluntary choir and recording project bringing neurodivergent people, ambassadors and allies together to create a collective recording for public release around World Mental Health Day in October 2026. Role DescriptionThis is an on-site volunteer role based in the Sandbach and Crewe area of Cheshire for a Choir Lead / Musical Director. The successful volunteer will help shape and lead the musical direction of Different Voices. The role will involve leading rehearsals, helping structure and arrange the song for a mixed-ability group, supporting singers with varying levels of confidence, and working collaboratively with any musicians, accompanists or recording partners involved in the project. Leading accessible, inclusive and encouraging choir rehearsalsHelping select the most suitable key and vocal structure for the groupCreating or shaping a simple but powerful vocal arrangementTeaching vocal parts in a way that works for people who may not read musicSupporting singers with mixed confidence and musical experienceHelping participants feel safe, included and able to contributeAdvising on vocal technique, breathing, confidence and group soundWorking with musicians, accompanists or backing tracks where neededPreparing the choir for the final recording dayHelping maintain the emotional heart of the project: unity, visibility, inclusion and collective voice Time CommitmentLocation: Sandbach and Crewe area, CheshireRehearsals: Tuesday eveningsDates: 12 rehearsals from Tuesday 26 May 2026 to Tuesday 11 August 2026Recording day: Saturday 15 August 2026, TBCRole type: VoluntaryProject type: One-off community music and recording project Personal QualitiesWe are looking for someone who is:

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