Get Involved
To get involved in the Choir of Hard Knocks, contact us to discuss joining the choir, volunteering as a Choir Angel or donate to keep the choir singing.
A great way to donate - Victorian Container Deposit Scheme (CDS)
Melbourne Street Choir Inc, trading as Choir of Hard Knocks, has been registered as a charity partner. Recycle your eligible drink containers through the relevant app for your location.
CDS East - Melbourne Street Choir Inc
CDS North - Choir of Hard Knocks
CDS West - Choir of Hard Knocks
Download the relevant app for your location and search for and select Melbourne Street Choir Inc (in the East Zone) or the Choir of Hard Knocks (in the West and North Zone) from the list of Charity Partners. The funds raised through your recycling will be donated directly to the Choir. Thank you!
Choir eligibility
To be able to participate in the Melbourne Street Choir Inc. choral program, all potential singers must fit the criteria of having experienced homelessness or disadvantage. People can self refer to the choir or they can be referred by an agency.
Our choral program is primarily for people who for reason of illness or life circumstance would not be able to access another choir in the community. We encourage anyone who can access and participate in another choir in the community to do so.
The choir rehearses most Mondays (check with us first to find out). When possible we share a meal and rehearse for approximately 2 hours.
If you are interested in coming along to a rehearsal, please get in touch.
“The Choir of Hard Knocks speaks to the incredible strength of
the human spirit, showing that even in the hardest times, beauty
can emerge, and people can find hope through the power of music”
Audience member at ‘Sharing Our Voices’ concert, 2025