The core mission behind Teachers Rock®;
to inspire, develop, educate and empower young people.
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Teachers Rock® Youth Choirs
#TRYTorridge & #TRYNorthDevon
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Our Teachers Rock® Youth Choir programme for the 2025/26 academic year, offers young people a wholly inclusive vocal development opportunity catering for all abilities. This choir offers regular, weekly sessions for singers in the area offering a pathway for young people to develop their singing style and vocal technique.​​
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#TRYTorridge&NorthDevon
Rehearsal details
Venue: Pilton Bluecoat C of E Academy, Abbey Road, Barnstaple, EX31 1JU
Day: Thursday
Time: 4:45-5:45pm
Dates: 18th, 25th September, 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd October, 6th, 13th, 20th November (plus 27th and 28th November - Exeter Cathedral performances)
Teachers Rock® Youth Choir leader: Emelia McNeill
Membership Fees
Spring Term 2025 - £30.00
Teachers Rock® Youth Choir T-Shirt - £10.00 (Available in sizes; 7-8yrs, 9-11yrs, 12-13yrs, 14-15yrs)
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Register here:
Meet Theo our Teachers Rock® Youth Ambassador
Teachers Rock® Academy Choir 2025/26
The Teachers Rock® Academy Choir is an intergenerational ensemble bringing together teachers and their students. Founded in 2012 by vocal specialist Debbie Kent, the choir is part of the wider Teachers Rock® platform—a vocal learning initiative designed to inspire educators and young people through contemporary styles of music.
What Makes Us Stand Out?
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Inclusive and community-driven, blending educational professional development with creative connection across age groups .
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We mix fun group singing with meaningful personal and classroom impact: members credit the choir with boosting confidence, reducing stress, and enhancing teaching practice .
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Key Achievements
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Earned a Distinction in the RSL Level 3 Certificate in Group Performance after performing at Abbey Road Studios, one of the world's most iconic recording venues
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Featured in a BBC Spotlight broadcast and participated in high-profile events such as Exeter Cathedral’s Christmas mini-residency, drawing audiences of over 1,000 people
Educational & Community Impact
As part of Teachers Rock®, the choir provides:
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A professional development pathway for non-specialist staff to lead and enhance singing in schools
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Inspirational role modelling by showcasing teaching staff ‘too cool for school’, enriching student engagement and intergenerational collaboration
Collaborative Events & Reach
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Regular collaborations with educational settings and the wider community.
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Featured in recordings guided by Debbie Kent and supported by gospel choirs and TV talent scouts for Britain's Got Talent.
Teachers Rock® Academy Choir is not just a choir—it’s an intergenerational creative powerhouse. Grounded in community, professional growth, and celebrated performances, it bridges the gap between teachers and students, delivering joyful, impactful music and personal transformation.
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Rehearsal details:
Venue: Copplestone Methodist Church Hall
Day: Saturday
Time: 9:30-11:00am
Dates: 27th September, 18th October, 15th November
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Registrations: https://forms.gle/vtykdwNTmcY3smu38