Sing it Out!
Mindful choir, Rye
Sing It Out: Where Melody Meets Mindfulness
Welcome to Sing It Out, our mindful choir nestled in the heart of Rye. Here, we believe in the transformative power of song, learning, and laughter to dissolve life's stresses and worries.
Our choir mantra, "All will be well," is more than just words—it's a guiding light that illuminates our journey toward calm and serenity in everyday life.
Under the guidance of the talented Rebecca Lodge-Birkebaek, we embark on a musical journey together, learning and mastering enchanting arrangements that stir the soul.
We're dedicated to supporting our local community and lending a helping hand to charities in need. Because at Sing It Out, we believe that music has the power to uplift not only our spirits but also the world around us.
Join us for an unforgettable experience filled with feel-good fun. Let's Sing It Out together!
With love and harmony,
Jo & Rebecca x
Sign up now for
Summer 2025!
Join us Wednesday evenings at
7.30pm - 9pm at
St Mary’s Centre, Lion Street, Rye, TN31 7LB
(next to the Kino):
Summer 2025 term:
Term 1 - 30th April - 28th May, 5 weeks
Break - 4th June
Term 2 - 11th June - 16th July, 6 weeks
Rehearsals are £10. You can sign up for a term or pay as you go.
*Concessions for students or low income are available, please request information on this.
Once joined you will be given access to a Sing It Out choir whatsapp group where we share music tracks and information.
Join us for singing, fun and laughter!
Make A Joyful Noise - A Celebration of Music for Women's Voices, Saturday 31st May, 7 - 9pm
Join us for an uplifting evening of music, harmony and community as three incredible choirs come together to celebrate the power and beauty of women’s voices. Set in the stunning St Mary’s Church, Rye, this special concert will showcase the rich, resonant sound of all-female ensembles, bringing you an unforgettable night of song.
🎶 Featuring performances by:
✨ Sing It Out – conducted by Rebecca Lodge Birkebaek.
Sing It Out Choir Rye is an inclusive, lively choir in Rye, offering fun and uplifting performances with a focus on community and diverse musical styles. Everyone is welcome to join!
✨ Alchemy – conducted by Rebecca Lodge Birkebaek
Alchemy Upper Voices is an exciting newly-formed choir based in Ashford, dedicated to exploring the classical repertoire for female voices. We rehearse once a month, focusing on both well-known and unique works to create inspiring and memorable performances.
✨ Border Belles – conducted by Emma Rowland-Elsen
Border Belles is a popular and vibrant ladies’ mental health choir, based in Ross on Wye, Herefordshire. Driven by the creative vision of Conductor-Founder Emma Rowland-Elsen, the choir offers a supportive and empowering space where women unite through the power of music to foster wellbeing, self-expression and cameraderie.
This joyful gathering is more than just a concert— it’s a celebration of women supporting women. As choirs of female voices, we are proud to dedicate this evening to raising funds for The Pink Ladies 1066, a local breast cancer support group providing care and community for women facing breast cancer.
Your £10 ticket includes a complimentary drink, and there will be an exciting charity raffle with fantastic prizes to be won!
Date: Saturday, 31st May 2025
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: St Mary’s Church, Rye
Tickets: £10 (includes a drink, with proceeds supporting The Pink Ladies 1066)
Come and experience the joy of collective song while supporting a meaningful cause. Book your ticket now and be part of this beautiful celebration of women’s voices!
Meet the teacher! Rebecca Lodge Birkebaek
Rebecca is a graduate of the Royal Academy of Music, where she studied singing and piano. During her time at the RAM, she received many prizes, including the Lloyds Bank Scholarship for postgraduate study, which enabled her to complete her studies on the Opera Course.
Her career over the last 25 years as soloist, former member of the BBC Singers (the United Kingdom’s only full- time, professional chamber choir), former staff member of the Chorus of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, choral conductor, educator and workshop leader has given her a wealth of experience. Equally at home performing on stage, in the recording studio or broadcasting on television and radio she brings energy, fun and commitment to all her projects.
Rebecca has a great passion for music education, encouraging and inspiring people of all ages and abilities to improve their singing through choral workshops, leading sessions for the BBC Performing Groups, the Kings’ Singers, and Berkshire Maestros amongst many others. As conductor of several choirs, including the Intermediate Choir of the Finchley Children’s Music Group, Rebecca is delighted to be leading ‘Sing It Out’, Rye’s newest choral experience!
“I want to sing like the birds sing. Not worrying about who hears or what they think.”
— Rumi
