www.haringey.gov.uk/children-and-families/schools-and-education

'A vibrant and busy organisation through which young people are encouraged and nurtured to build on their musical ability and experiences to strengthen their: skills; knowledge; understanding; and develop an appreciation of music as an art form.'

bowesparkcommunitychoir.org

’Come and be part of a truly uplifting community experience! Everyone is welcome to join us – young, youngish and not so young. Don’t be shy, there are no auditions, there’s no need to read music, just bring yourself and a bottle of water (it can be thirsty work!). We have close to 100 members at most of our rehearsals, with our alto and soprano sections full but we are looking for tenors and basses. The names of potential soprano or alto singers will be added to a waiting list. We sing a variety of different songs selected from the genres of classical, world and popular music.’

www.tottenhamsingers.com

'We are a non-audition choir based in North London, open to all, which aims to unite and represent the wider community through a joy of singing. NTS has over fifty singers rehearsing each week and the main focus in rehearsals is preparation for performances. These performances can take the form of concerts and appearances in festivals and other events in the local community and the North London area.'

nlso.org.uk

‘An ambitious non-professional orchestra. Our aim is to present full large-scale symphonic repertoire featuring a varied mix of adventurous and lesser known works, together with popular well-known pieces ... We give three public concerts a year in the North London area ... New players attend for a trial period; there are no formal auditions.‘

www.palaceband.org.uk

‘A large open-access woodwind ensemble, which aims to give intermediate adult players the experience of playing in a larger ensemble and at the same time improving intonation, sight-reading and ensemble skills. The Band now comprises about 45 regular players and there are also many opportunities for playing in chamber groups. The band takes its name from Alexandra Palace in North London, which is adjacent to the Community Centre where the band rehearses, on alternate Sunday mornings. There are no auditions, and the band has a relaxed and open ethos. The music is arranged in a four-part flexible format, which gives a choice of parts for the flutes and clarinets. There are parts for B flat soprano, alto and bass clarinets, all four saxophones and French horn. The more advanced and adventurous players also have the opportunity to play concerto movements occasionally.’

www.tottenhamcommunitychoir.org

'Established in 2009 by local residents, with the help of a Making The Difference grant from Haringey Council, to provide opportunities for people in Tottenham and Haringey to meet their neighbours and sing together. New and experienced singers of all ages and voices are welcome, and you do not have to audition ... We have a varied and diverse repertoire from Bernstein to The Beach Boys, Mozart to Bob Marley. We perform regularly within the community and further afield.'

www.alexandrapalace.com

‘Alexandra Palace has built a reputation as one of London’s premier venues. With its beautiful setting with panoramic views of London, stunning architectural features and well proportioned halls, the Palace is now a very popular choice for both corporate and private events ... The Grand Willis Organ  ‘The tale of the organ is an extraordinary survival story against great adversity, stretching over 135 years. As we see it today, the organ is being rebuilt from the ashes for the third time, but the heart of what made it such a great Victorian musical masterpiece remains.’