The Village Choir
The Village Choir is a community choir on Salt Spring Island led by Maeve Iredale. Our multigenerational circle is a welcoming space where people come together to experience connection, belonging, and the simple joy of singing in harmony.
Our repertoire draws from a variety of musical traditions, including folk, gospel, soul, trad and contemporary music. We sing everything from long form compositions to simple community choir chants, rounds and improvisational 'circle singing', weaving in lush, 3-part harmonies that are easy to learn by ear through the call and response style. We choose songs with uplifting and life-affirming lyrics that celebrate unity, healing, our connection to the Earth, and positive social change.
We sing for joy and not perfection! If you can talk, you can sing. All songs are taught by ear, no sheet music and no previous experience required. Come as you are.
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Maeve Iredale
Maeve facilitates with warmth, playfulness, and ease, weaving in embodiment, mindfulness, and vocal improvisation to create a circle that feels welcoming, relaxed, and inclusive. A lifelong musician and certified Somatic Voicework coach, she leads with a deep belief that singing is our birthright.
In 2019, Maeve attended the Community Choir Leadership Training in Victoria and became a member of the Ubuntu Choirs Network – a world wide singing community which shares the belief that singing together is a human birthright and can make the world a better place.
Fall & Winter 2026
Mondays, 4:30–6pm • The Lions Hall • September to December 2026
- Sept 14 – Oct 26
- Samhain Big Sing: Fri, Oct 30, 4–8pm
- Drop-ins welcome: $20/class
($18/class)
Register- Nov 2 – Dec 7
- Winter Solstice Big Sing: Sun, Dec 13, 4–8pm
- No drop-ins this series
- $90 low income
- $120 standard
- $150 supporting member
Discounts available to those in need. If money is an issue please contact Maeve directly - no one turned away for lack of funds.
Register- Sept 14 – Dec 7
- $180 low income
- $240 standard
- $300 supporting member
Come As You Are
- No sheet music, no previous singing experience needed
- Songs taught by ear, in a circle
- Gentle movement, vocal play, and mindfulness woven throughout
- A Big Sing at the end of each series, a song-sharing evening with a potluck, not a performance
- All voices, all ages welcome
- Part of the Ubuntu Choirs Network
Good To Know
Do I need any singing experience?
Not at all. If you can talk, you can sing. All songs are taught by ear, no sheet music required.
What happens at the Big Sing?
It's a casual evening where we invite some friends to witness the songs we've worked on over the series, followed by a potluck. It's a celebration, not a performance.
Is this connected to a particular religion?
No. We're not affiliated with any religious or spiritual tradition. We gather to honour the experience of being alive and our shared humanity.
Do I have to come to every session?
Nope. Come when you can — we trust the timing of your life (but the more you come, the deeper the resonance).
Do I still pay for the whole series if I miss a session?
Yes. Your payment holds your spot for the full experience and supports the sustainability of our offerings.
What if I want to come but can't afford it?
We believe in access. Please reach out to discuss payment plans or discounts if needed.
Is there a work trade option?
Possibly! Email us and let's talk
What's your refund policy?
If you decide after the first session that this isn’t for you, we will keep $30 in administration fees, and refund the rest.
Join The Village Choir
Choose your series below and complete the form. E-transfers can be sent to saltspringvillagechoir@gmail.com, please include your name and which series you're registering for in the note.