If you have ever wondered 'are there any community choirs near me?' then the answer is firmly yes! The Newton Mearns Rock Choir is led by local vocal coach Lauren McGarrigle. The Newton Mearns branch is part of the unique national singing family that is Rock Choir. Whilst retaining our focus on Newton Mearns community causes and events, the local branches of Rock Choir led by Lauren come together in regional and even national groups for bigger events, such performing en masse at the O2 Arena, achieving album sales that enter the charts, nationwide flaskmobs and Guinness World Records and helping to raise millions for charity. Joining this incomparable musical national treasure is very easy, there are no auditions, there's no need to read music and we're open to everyone in your local community! If you find yourself racing through the week with no time for yourself, or struggling to meet new people in Glasgow, then joining your local social singing group could be perfect for you. With our unique, no-pressure approach to teaching and fun, uplifting arrangements of your favorite hit songs Lauren will guide you through your weekly dose of music, fun and laughter. Here is a quote about our choir - 'Rock Choir and the people in it have made me feel Happy, Energised, Accepted, Confident, Supported and Liked. It has also re-kindled my love of music and singing.' - Fe (Rock Choir member) Rock Choir is a winner of the Red Ribbon 'Big Heart' Award. and holds 1 former and 2 current Guinness World Records. The choir is also credited with single handedly starting the contemporary choir movement... See more >