IMMINGHAM'S first-ever mixed community choir is already making a song and dance – despite being on the go for just two weeks.
The group of students, teachers and members of the public meets every Wednesday between 7pm and 8pm and is already rehearsing for a Christmas carol service which will take place on Sunday, December 16.
The choir is based at Oasis Academy Immingham in Pelham Road, Immingham, and is led by musical director Alex Green.
He said: "We are a very new choir that has only been going for two weeks but we have already received excellent support from the community.
"The Military Wives and The Fishermen amongst others have grabbed the attention of the public by demonstrating that all members of the community can have a go at singing.
"They have made choir singing groups the new trend and I have helped set this one up because there isn't one like it in the town.
"We already have 20 members, which is great, but we would like some more male voices to come forward.
"We sing a variety of classics and pop songs including California Dreamin' and Hallelujah.
"I want to thank the Academy and One Voice for their support as we start out which shows real community spirit when groups come together."
All ages and genders are welcome at the community choir and no previous experience is required.
Music teacher Wendy Pankhurst added: "I come into the school two days a week to teach singing, piano and keyboard.
"The best thing about this choir is that we have everyone mixing from students to staff and members of the community.
"When singing in a choir you work as a team and we are all looking forward to our first performance."
Student Caitlin Hickson, 14, from Killingholme said: " I like to take part in singing, whether it is at school or with the community choir.
"I get a lot of joy from it and more people should come along to this choir.
"I have tried to get boys involved because singing in a choir can be for everyone, not just girls."
See for yourself
The choir's first performance will take place at Oasis Academy Immingham and anyone interested in joining should be at least 14 years old.
Each session costs £3 for adults and £2 for concessions. For more information, call 01469 576599.