The popular Blokes Notes will return for rehearsals on Thursday night.
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Formed to provide an outlet for men to express their voice, the group is, fundamentally, about singing 'anywhere they will let us'.
Committee member and past president Warren Frumar said the group is entering its 10th year.
"We like to think of ourselves as a men's shed for singers," he said.
"As a community choir for men, we provide a space for men to sing, and to enjoy singing.
"Our performances take us to various places for community events, open mic nights and supporting things like the White Ribbon Walk.
"We basically sing anywhere they will let us."
The group has 25 active participants and you don't need to be able to sing.
"You will pick it up," Mr Frumar said.
We are, sometimes, pretty creative and sometimes outside the norm, but in a good way.
- Warren Frumar
Blokes Notes' members’ ages range from 28 years through to 70-something. They are always on the look out for younger blokes to join and sing, Mr Frumar said.
The group covers music genres from The Beatles through to Gospel, with a consistent nod to Lady Gaga. They are also known to create a song to suit the occasion.
"We are, sometimes, pretty creative and sometimes outside the norm, but in a good way," Mr Frumar added.
Blokes Notes rehearses and performs during school terms.
The first rehearsal for Blokes Notes is at the Mac Adams Music Centre behind the swimming pool on Thursday February 1, from 6.30pm. Qualified music teacher Leanne Johnston is the director.
"We like to sing for a couple of hours and then have fellowship," Mr Frumar said.
If you are interested go to blokesnotes.org.au or 'just turn up'.
