We can’t wait to sing with you, and share a new collection of songs to uplift the spirit and nourish your soul. At Sing for Joy, we believe that all people have the ability to make beautiful and meaningful sound together. So come and sing your heart out – all voices and ages welcome.

In each session, you will…

• Learn joyful, diverse, easy-to-memorize songs
• Build confidence in your voice in an accepting, supportive space
• Release the stress of your long day and work week
• Exercise your body and mind through the practice of group singing
• Build memory retention through oral tradition singing
• Make new friends and connect with community in a fun, diverse, and inclusive environment.

Wednesdays in the Annex – 7:00 – 9:00 pm

Led by Stephanie Drouin, with Paul Barton and Ron Wood

(Mila Redwood on Maternity Leave)

WINTER: January 22 – April 8, 2020 – 12 Weeks

Friends House, 60 Lowther St. Entrance around the side.

Our flagship Wednesday session has a new home at Friends House, which is located one block north of Bloor St. between St. George Ave. and Bedford Rd. Come sing in the spacious and light-filled meeting room. Get off at the St. George subway stop, leave via the Bedford St. exit, and and walk north. There is lots of free parking on side streets, as well as bicycle lanes out front.

Sundays in the Junction – 3:30 – 5:00 pm

Led by Stephanie Drouin

WINTER: January 19 – April 5, 2020 – 12 Weeks

Runnymede United Church, 432 Runnymede Rd.

Our Sunday afternoon session meets in a beautiful light-filled room in the annex of Runnymede United Church. All ages and voices are welcome, and very family friendly! It’s easy to get here by public transit, and there is lots of free parking on side streets, as well as bicycle lanes out front.

Tuesdays in Riverdale – 10:30 – 12:00 pm

(PLEASE NOTE TIME CHANGE) 

Led by Ron Wood

(Mila Redwood on Maternity Leave)

WINTER: January 21 – April 7, 2020 – 12 Weeks

St. Matthew’s Clubhouse, 450 Broadview Ave.

Yeah! Our Tuesday choir is back at St. Matthews Clubhouse. Perfect for moms with children and those who are enjoying retired life, and everyone in between! The streetcar stops right outside, and there is lots of free parking on side streets, as well as bicycle lanes out front.

We offer two ways that a you can participate in Sing for Joy. The first is to register for the season, and the second is to attend as a drop-in.

We encourage you to register for the season. By doing so you are helping to sustain Sing for Joy. It takes a lot of time, energy, and money to keep Sing for Joy going, and knowing in advance how many people are registered helps us to plan a richer experience for you. It means that we can book special guests, and hold events outside of our song circles with confidence.

To support different income levels, we have 2 tiers of pricing.

Standard – $200

Basic pricing that includes:

• 12 weeks of singing
• Participation in seasonal potluck and movie night

Supporting Community – $220

For those who are able to contribute more, and want to support the growth of our community:

• 12 weeks of singing
• Participation in seasonal potluck and movie night
• 1 free guest pass

Supported by Community 

For those who need to pay less than the Standard Rate, we have a sliding scale and payment plan option available. For more information, please contact Jacki at jacki@singforjoy.ca

Pricing is the same for all locations. Note that our Annex sessions are two hours with a break in the middle, and other locations are 1.5 hours with no break. Please arrive 10-15 minutes early to get settled in before we begin.

NEW – “TRY US OUT” drop-in special of $10 per night during the first two weeks of the season only for people who are new to Sing for Joy and want to see what we’re all about.

We always welcome drop-ins for those who want to give it a try, or are unable to commit on a weekly basis. The drop-in cost is a sliding scale of $15-25 per session, sustaining contribution is $20, children 12 and under are free. No one is turned away if they are unable to pay the full amount. Please speak to our registration person.

Every season we offer a few scholarships made possible by our Sing for Joy Bursary Fund. As well, a few volunteer positions are available. No one is turned away for lack of ability to pay. Please contact Jacki to learn more, at: jacki@singforjoy.ca.