Rotterdam International Pop Choir
The friendliest pop choir in town — open to expats, locals & all who love to sing
Over the years, our choir has grown into a high-profile semi-amateur group, performing multiple times a year at major events, appearing on TV shows, and creating our own productions. This season, we’re preparing a brand-new cinematic folk program to premiere in May 2026 — with music inspired by films like The Greatest Showman, Dune, and more.
To keep this level while staying fun and community-driven, we now welcome new members only with some musical background — not professionals, but singers who’ve had at least a little experience (school choirs, community choirs, karaoke — more than just the shower).
We accept new members only in summer and the first two weeks of September. If you’re passionate about music, love cinematic sounds, and want to perform on stage, this is your chance to join us!
Create something unique like rearranging old folk songs wrap them into a modern sound and release them! So you hear yourself on Spotify!
What to expect
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🎶 Cinematic - folk songs, what it means? Most of our songs from movies with a bit of modern folk from different countries, which is emphasises our diversity.
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🙋♀️ No auditions, no need to read music — just your voice and enthusiasm and ambitions to perform.
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📱 All parts are taught by ear + available in our app as recordings (also movement videos)
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💃 We learn basic staging and light movement with the help of a professional choreographer
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🎤 You can perform if you want to — no pressure if you don’t, except of the big show in May 2026.
Why join a choir like this?
Because it’s more than music. It’s breathing together after a long day in the office. It’s letting go of your inner critic and laughing after a wrong note. It’s connection, fun, a bit of sweat, and a lot of sound.
And yes — we do sound great.
Practical Info
📍 Location: Kruiskadehof 32, Rotterdam Centrum
🕒 Rehearsals: Monday evenings, 20:00–22:00
🌍 Language: English (with Dutch/Ukrainian when needed)
🎁 Try-out: Your first rehearsal is free!
💸 Price: Monthly subscription — €45/month, acceptance fee on time is 15 eur
You can join us in Summer or 2 first weeks of September ONLY. So please if you did not catch up or sign up to the waiting list below or check our other choirs such as:
Flex choir on Mondays 10:00 or
Frequently Asked Questions
I don’t want to perform. Can I still join?
Yes! Participation in performances is always optional. Before each show we do a poll — only those who feel ready (or brave) step on stage.
I can’t read sheet music. Is that a problem?
Not at all. We learn all songs by ear and share recordings of each part via our app. Same goes for movement instructions — all demo videos are available.
I can’t dance. Will I survive?
You’re not alone. We don’t do choreography like dancers — we rehearse simple, stage-friendly movement, and we have a professional choreographer who makes it work for everyone.
I can’t come every week. Can I still join?
Yes — most people miss now and then. Just know that fees are monthly and fixed, and if you want to perform, it’s important to attend the final dress rehearsal before a show.
Book your free try-out →
Questions? Email us at info@singingbirds.nl
