Derbyshire Junior Choir information
Frequently asked questions about attending Derbyshire Junior Choir
We're looking forward to seeing you at our next event! We've listed everything we think you need to know before coming, but if you have any questions, scroll down to the bottom to see how to get in touch with us.
Key info about the singing mornings and concerts
General information
Summer singing morning – Sunday 14 June
- Rehearsal morning times
Check in will open at 9.15am, for a rehearsal 9.30am-1.00pm
- Where
At County Hall Matlock – Open in Google Maps
- Picking up
Parents should aim to come into County Hall for picking up at 12.50pm, where there will be a briefing about the Repton concert. Please also see below for parking instructions.
- ⚠️ Parking – Changes for Sunday 14 June
The main car park will be closed on Sunday 14 June for repair, but parents can use the terrace car park instead. Drive up Smedley Street and pass the main county hall building until you see a left turn. Go down this access road and follow it all the way around the building until you see car parking spaces. You may need to buzz for access if the barrier is down. – Open in Google Maps.
Summer concert day at Repton – 19 July
- Rehearsal morning times
Check in will open at 9.15am, for a rehearsal 9.30am-1.00pm
- Where
At County Hall Matlock – Open in Google Maps
- Getting to Repton
There will be a coach trasfer afte the rehearsal to Repton School for the concert for the children – parents do not need to provide transport, but will need to get themselves to Repton.
- Concert
4.30pm - 6.15pm, at Repton School, Repton – Open in Google Maps
Links to songs included in the concert
The list of links below are to videos of songs included in the Repton concert.
Fix You – Cold Play, arr. by Mark Brymer
Touch the Sky (2-Part Choir) – Arranged by Mac Huff
Feel Good by Tyson & Scott, arr. Baker
Unstoppable – Sia with Orchestra
In me I trust – Schoburg-Crooks
I Remember – Sarah Quartel
Answers to common questions
- Where do I park at County Hall?
The main car park will be closed on Sunday 14 June for repair, but parents can use the terrace car park instead. Drive up Smedley Street and pass the main county hall building until you see a left turn. Go down this access road and follow it all the way around the building until you see car parking spaces You may need to buzz for access if the barrier is down. – Open in Google Maps.
- Can I stay at County Hall during the morning and watch?
Unfortunately no. We cannot host parents at County Hall during the singing morning, but we sometimes invite families to watch a sharing of what has been learned.
- Are there any refreshments?
We do not provide refreshments other than water. If your child needs anything, we suggest they bring it with them. Please do not bring any snacks that contain nuts.
- Does my child need to prepare anything?
No, the morning's activities are accessible on the day without any preparation
- Can my child bring a friend?
Certainly, but they will need to be registered with us first. They can sign up to a few days before the singing morning at derbyshiremusichub.org.uk/djc
Payments
- How do I make an online payment?
Please do this using Derbyshire County Council's payment service. This link is in your confirmation email, too.
- Can I pay on the door?
Unfortunately, we cannot accept cash or card payments on the door.
- I think something has gone wrong with my payment, what do I do?
Please contact us using our Derbyshire Junior Choir enquiries form for participants (below).
Do you need to get in touch with us?
If you need to get in touch with us about something before the singing mornings or performance, please contact us using our enquiries form for participants.
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