The Choir for Hope is a group where you can just be yourself. Nobody asking awkward questions – you can talk and make friends because everyone has been through a similar trauma. No matter how low or frightened you may feel when you arrive, you will definitely go home having had a laugh and feeling much better. Please come and join us – we are a friendly group!
Choir for Hope
Harmless is delighted to have launched its innovative new support offer – the Choir for Hope, a supportive space to come together, sing and connect with others. Sessions are led by experienced choirmaster Kari Olsen-Porthouse, alongside the compassionate Harmless team.
The choir is now running fortnightly on Tuesdays 2pm–3.30pm at East Leake Pavilion, Costock Road, East Leake, Loughborough LE12 6LY.
Upcoming dates (2026):
19 May • 2 June • 16 June • 30 June • 14 July • 28 July • 11 August • 25 August • 8 September • 22 September
But this isn’t just a choir – it’s a space for understanding, creativity, healing and community. We warmly welcome anyone with lived experience of mental distress, including those who have:
- Experienced suicidal thoughts or crisis (including self harm)
- Supported a loved one through a mental health crisis
- Been bereaved by suicide
No singing experience is needed. There are no auditions, no pressure and no expectation to perform – just a relaxed, non-judgemental environment focused on wellbeing, connection and shared experience.
What you can expect:
- A low-pressure, friendly atmosphere where you can go at your own pace
- Support from Harmless staff at every session if you need it
- A chance to build confidence, connection and community over time
- Opportunities to experience the positive impact of singing together
We understand that joining something new can feel daunting, so you’ll always be met with warmth, patience and support. You can join at any time, even if you’ve missed previous sessions.
If you’d like to come along or find out more, please complete the form below.