Southend Boys’ and Girls’ Choirs are always keen to recruit new members.

The choirs want to hear from parents of keen young singers who might be interested to join the groups.

The “Step Up” Choir is a small and informal group of younger singers, aged six to eight. This group meets on Wednesdays at St Mary’s Primary School, Boston Avenue.

The group will be starting its new term on Wednesday, April 18, and have spaces for some new singers.

There are no joining fees or membership fees and along with the adult choirs, there is a chance for anyone from the age of six to 20 to join up.

Visit www.southendchoirs.org.uk for more information about the choirs and the opportunities on offer.