In The Smoke is looking for members who have a high level of musicianship and be able to learn their parts by themselves. Previous a cappella experience is preferred, but if you have experience singing other styles of music we still encourage you to audition. We expect a high level of commitment, especially when it comes to attending rehearsals/gigs and learning music. Above all, we are a group of friends who love to sing and perform together, challenge ourselves musically and enjoy a drink at the pub afterwards

Audition dates will be confirmed directly with successful applicants. We will check your range and musicianship in the audition and hear you sing a solo. You’ll learn a song with us where you’ll have to hold your part in the group. You’ll also get a chance to meet us all and experience what our rehearsals are like, which take place on Tuesday evenings from 7:15-9:15pm. Afterwards, you’re welcome to join us for a drink at the pub!

Please send an email to inthesmoke@gmail.com with the application form ( doc / pdf ) attached and two videos of you singing (video files or youtube/dropbox etc). We’d like excerpts from two contrasting songs that showcase your voice; they don’t need to be long (eg just a verse or chorus), and at least one of them should be a cappella (without accompaniment). The video does not have to be professionally made (e.g. a phone or laptop video is fine) – this is just to give us a rough idea of your voice so don’t stress too much about it!