Singing With The Old Boys

Based on the demographics of the choir members I must admit I was feeling a bit nervous about what sort of atmosphere I would experience, would I feel intimidated by the sea of grey hair bearing down on me?

My initial fears were dispelled the moment I entered the room, to a man the members of the choir went out of their way to welcome me and assure me that the choir is an open, inclusive environment and they were right. The humour is very male (old school funny) and some of the views expressed might not be so politically correct but the overriding impression I have been left with is one of camaraderie and friendship.

The banter between the different sections is both plentiful and healthy, the primadona top tenors lording it over the wannabe 2nd tenors, the baritones somewhere between the dark side and the light and no-one dares to mess with the bass section.

I hope I can give the time and effort this choir deserves, my life is hectic and unpredictable but I will try my best. One of the guys said to come if and when I am able to but more important than that was the desire to be there. Right now I have that desire, I just hope they see it.