You may have already heard of The Big Sing Off, but if you haven’t, it’s our annual choir competition, similar to the X Factor and Last Choir Standing. Children, young people, foster parents, and staff come together for an unforgettable day of friendly competition, entertainment and fun.
Our choirs start rehearsing months before the event in preparation for their performances. So, if you’re wondering whether you’d like to be involved next year, it’s time to start thinking about it now! Here are five reasons to join your region’s choir and participate in The Big Sing Off 2025.
Why participate in The Big Sing Off?
Meet new people
The Big Sing Off is a fantastic opportunity to meet new people who share similar experiences to you. If you join a choir, you’ll meet regularly to practice your chosen song. On the day of the event, children and young people in foster care from all over the UK will travel to the Big Sing Off location, giving you plenty of chances to make new friends.
Build your confidence
Being part of a choir at The Big Sing Off means performing in front of an audience. While this may seem daunting, it could actually help you overcome stage fright and build your confidence. This experience will not only benefit you during school presentations but will also prepare you to ace job interviews in the future.
Additionally, if you plan to pursue a career in the entertainment industry, performing in front of an audience will provide valuable practice and insight into what it may be like.
Visit new places
The Big Sing Off takes place in a new location every year, giving you opportunities to travel to new places and experience the specialities of the local community. This year, FCA Cymru won the bid to host the event in Wales. Hosts were dressed in traditional Welsh clothing and provided entertainment and activities based on their theme ‘The Greatest Showman’ and ‘Legends’. From circus-themed activities and workshops to candyfloss machines and magic mirror photo booths, each host region ensures you have a memorable experience.
Have your say
The Big Sing Off is all about you, so there are plenty of opportunities for you to have your say and showcase your creative ideas. This includes:
- Bid video – Children and young people from each region decide on their chosen theme before creating a video bid to host the event.
- Logo competition – every year, we run a logo competition for The Big Sing Off to reflect the year’s theme. The winning logo is then featured in the programme, leaflets, flags and more.
- Activities – The activities, entertainment, and food for the event are chosen by our children and young people. If you have an idea, we will listen and do our best to make it happen.
Enjoy yourself
Ultimately, The Big Sing Off is about having fun! Organisers Lisa and Sebu spend months bringing your ideas to life and ensuring everyone has an incredible day. The event is always full of surprises; this year, Britain’s Got Talent stars Afrikan Warriors wowed the audience with their acrobatics, and Welsh celebrities recorded good luck messages. At the end of the event, you’ll have a sense of accomplishment for performing in front of hundreds of people and memories for life.
So, if you’d like to join your region’s choir, talk to your participation officer and start warming up those vocal cords.
