Welcome to Charms and Chants

Where every voice is welcome!

Choir

Safe Space to Explore Your Voice – With many voices around you, it’s the perfect environment to safely experiment and improve your singing.
Experience Performances – Enjoy the thrill of performing together as a group, showcasing your collective talent.
Make New Friends – Connect with like-minded individuals and form lasting friendships through shared musical experiences.

Conductor and vocal teacher

Nice to meet you! My name is Alexandra Porsin, and I’m the one behind all these lessons.

Here are a few facts about me:

Sing with the Edinburgh Royal Choir Union.
Awarded the Global Talent Visa as a singer and a conductor.
Dream of building a large vocal community and bringing
the joy of singing to as many people as possible.

Choir

Every Wednesday from 19:00 to 20:30

One rehearsal per week
We sing using sheet music, with audio recordings available on the website
Monthly fee £25

Join the choir

FAQs

What skill level do I need to join the choir?

You don’t need a high skill level to join our choir. We are an amateur group, and the most important thing is your desire to sing and improve yourself ?

Do I need any previous singing experience?

No, you don’t need any previous singing experience. You can be a complete beginner or someone with some singing background. Our lessons are designed to cater to all levels, ensuring that everyone can develop their skills and enjoy the process.

Where do the lessons take place?

Lessons are held in the old church located at 232 Dalry Rd, Edinburgh EH11 2JG.

    
 
 
        
   Deniss Starevics 
 2024-07-04
 
 
  Was taking some classes and also participate in the choir.
Friendly atmosphere, fun even without having any prior music education.
With gained techniques and practice I feel I am more in control of my own voice. Aleksandra has a talent of working with people, she makes everyone feel welcome.
11/10 can recommend
  
 
       
   Anna Zobnina 
 2024-07-04
 
 
  Really wonderful singing lessons that my daughter has been enjoying very much . a separate thanks for accepting a young adult with a traumatic brain injury that makes lessens specific and Alexandra was able to accommodate my daughter’s profile with ease .
  
 
       
   Alena 
 2024-07-04
 
 
  I highly recommend Alexandra as a Vocal lessons teacher. She is very supportive and provide professional help. The lessons itself is very easy going and you will have a lot of fun.
  
 
       
   Nina Tverdovska 
 2024-07-01
 
 
  Was taking a few classes with Alexandra , and I’m very happy with it . Lots of useful information , throat muscles training . Teacher is adjusting to your level and always encouraging you with praising .
  
 
       
   Ann 
 2024-07-01
 
 
  Super great atmosphere and cheerful classes with Aleksandra! I was looking for a teacher to start singing for a while and at her classes I have most fun and learning new things. The location and classroom itself is very pleasant too where you can be yourself, 10/10 recommend!
  
 
       
   Dasha Horbenko 
 2024-07-01
 
 
  I am grateful to Alexandra for the vocal lessons with my daughter. There was a "Got Talent" contest at school, and my daughter wanted to prepare a song. After several lessons, my daughter learned to sing her favorite song and started to feel more confident. Most importantly, she enjoyed the lessons and her interactions with Alexandra immensely. Thank you very much!
  
 
  
  
 
 
   Google rating score: 5.0 of 5, based on 7 reviews

“I believe singing should bring joy. That’s why I strive to create a safe and fun environment for self-expression in our lessons. And I am certain that everyone can sing beautifully. It’s just a matter of practice! So come along and let’s improve together!”