Rain Coast Choir may be a good fit for you if you’re looking for a welcoming, inclusive singing community and are able to commit to a full season of rehearsals and a shared musical goal.

Our choir is open to singers of all experience levels. Music is taught by ear, practice tracks are provided, and no auditions are required. What matters most is a willingness to listen, learn, and support one another as part of a group.

Rain Coast Choir works best for people who:

• enjoy singing regularly with others

• can attend most weekly rehearsals

• are open to practicing between rehearsals

• value community, collaboration, and mutual respect

If you’re unsure whether the season commitment will work for you, we encourage you to

Rain Coast Choir is a collaborative, rehearsal-based choir working toward an end-of-season performance. To support a positive experience for everyone, members are expected to:

• Attend weekly rehearsals. While occasional absences are understandable, regular attendance is important for the group’s success.

• Come prepared by listening to practice tracks between rehearsals

• Be able to sing in tune, match pitch, and work toward memorization of songs for performance.

• Participate actively in rehearsals and remain open to musical direction.

• Attend one required extended rehearsal on a weekend in May 2026 (date to be confirmed early in the season).

• Attend sound check on performance day. Details will be shared in advance; please notify the director ahead of time if you have a scheduling conflict.

Rain Coast Choir members enjoy the following benefits:

• Weekly practice in a safe, welcoming atmosphere

• Original signature Rain Coast Choir arrangements (not cookie cutter choir songs)

• Recorded practice tracks and lyrics to aid in your home practice

• Supportive, respectful vocal coaching and guidance

• Performance training and mentorship

• End-of-season performance experience

• Fellowship and connection with warm and creative new friends

• An invitation to honour your deeper connection to your voice

• A chance to explore what singing means for you, and to experience the therapeutic and uplifting effects of expressing yourself in song

No. Our music is taught by ear, and practice tracks are provided to support learning outside of rehearsal. Many members join without prior choir experience.

As long as you can sing in tune and match pitch, we can teach you the rest! What matters most is curiosity, commitment, and a willingness to learn together.

Many singers come to Rain Coast Choir with different levels of confidence and experience. You don’t need to be “perfect” to participate.

If you’d like extra support, our director Joline Baylis is a professional vocal coach and offers individual coaching sessions, both in person and online. Private coaching can be a helpful way to build confidence, work on pitch, and deepen your connection to your voice alongside choir.

You can learn more about vocal coaching options here.

Rain Coast Choir typically runs two seasons per year:

• Fall: September to January

• Spring: February to June

Exact dates vary slightly each season and are posted on the website and shared with members in advance.

Rehearsals are collaborative, focused, and supportive. We work on:

• learning repertoire by ear

• blend, tuning, and dynamics

• listening and ensemble skills

• musical expression and confidence

Our goal is to grow our musicality, connection, and community together.

Season tuition is listed on the registration page and covers participation in the full season.

If finances are a barrier, a limited number of bursaries are available. Please reach out privately before registering to discuss options.

We are unable to offer drop-ins, but we have a refund period for this reason.

New members can register and join us for the first couple of rehearsals. If you decide it’s not for you, you can request a refund within the first two weeks of the season, in accordance with our Terms & Conditions.

This ensures that members receive practice materials and other important details prior to the first rehearsal and provides a chance to experience the choir and see if it works for you.

Registration is for the full season, as the choir builds repertoire and ensemble skills together over time. This helps to create a consistent, supportive experience for everyone.

Our seasonal performance is a central and much-loved part of the Rain Coast Choir experience. Throughout the season, we work together toward this shared goal, and we expect most members to take part.

That said, we understand that some members may have pre-existing conflicts that prevent them from attending the performance. If you’re unable to participate in the show, you’re still welcome to take part in the season — we simply ask that you let us know in advance, ideally when completing your registration form.

This helps us plan thoughtfully and support the group as a whole.

Please stay home if you’re feeling unwell. We ask members to prioritize their health and the health of the group.

Practice tracks and weekly emails help members stay connected if they need to miss a rehearsal.

If you find that Rain Coast Choir isn’t the right fit for you, you may request a withdrawal and refund within the first two weeks of the season, in accordance with our Terms & Conditions.

After the initial two-week period, tuition is non-refundable, as the choir operates on a full-season commitment model and relies on consistent participation from its members. Please review the Terms & Conditions carefully before registering.

Rain Coast Choir plans each season in good faith with the intention of completing rehearsals and presenting an end-of-season performance. In the event of unforeseen circumstances, adjustments may be required.

Rehearsals, schedules, locations, or performance details may change due to illness, venue availability, or other unexpected factors. If the performance cannot proceed as planned, we will make reasonable efforts to reschedule or adapt where possible.

Yes. All members are expected to treat one another with respect and care.

Rain Coast Choir does not tolerate harassment, discrimination, or harmful behavior. We aim to create an environment rooted in kindness, accountability, and mutual support. More details are available in our Terms & Conditions.

We’re happy to hear from you. If you have questions that aren’t answered here, please reach out via the contact information on our website.

If you have any questions that are not answered in our FAQ, please feel free to contact us or email info@raincoastchoir.com.