Southampton musical director Fiona Funnell is inviting anyone who loves to sing to join a 'pop-up choir' which will raise funds for the Philippines disaster at a magical festive performance in December.

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Fiona, who's been running pop-up choirs for 11 years raising money for various charities, will be teaching festive tunes ranging from a Georgian drinking song to ancient carols. It will lead to the charity performance on Thursday, December 19, raising funds for and awareness of the Philippines calamity.

No auditions

"Anyone that loves singing can join", said Fiona. "There are no auditions. If you have a passion for singing, then you're welcome. We'll go on a wonderful musical journey together, and after just three rehearsals we'll create a magical performance on one of the longest nights of the year.

"The other brilliant thing is that we will be raising money for the terrible tragedy in the Philippines."

Rehearsals take place on Thursday evenings at St Mark's Church Hall, Archers Road, Southampton. The cost is £30 or £25 concessions.

Anyone wishing to book a place in the Festive Pop-up Choir should contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. telephone 02380 220331 or book online on her website at www.FionaFunnell.co.uk

Fiona Funnell conducting a choir at Turner Sims which raised £5,000 for WaterAid