Vocal 31 Pop/Rock Choir

Formed in 2020, this vibrant and energetic adult pop/rock choir has grown into an international community of singers from different cultures and languages. The choir meets weekly with an emphasis on fun and community. The rehearsal language is English but we welcome and support members who do not speak the language fluently. Participation is open to all singers15+ regardless of experience.

Works in the choir's repertoire so far include artists such as: Coldplay, Lady Gaga, Muse, Justin Timberlake, Sia, Jamiroquai, Billy Eilish and Daft Punk.

MUSICAL DIRECTOR

Eve Hirsch is an experienced international concert and stage vocal artist. After graduating with a Bachelor of Music (University of Auckland) she went on to complete a Graduate Diploma of Vocal Performance (Queensland Conservatorium) and was awarded a Churchill Fellowship in 1999. She has performed solo with many orchestras, including to an audience of 6000, with the New Zealand Symphony. On the theatrical stage, she has appeared in professional productions of both musical and operatic works, ranging from South Pacific to Madam Butterfly.
Eve has enjoyed an international teaching career and is an experienced teacher. Since moving to Toulouse she has been running her own private music studio Butterfly Vocal as well has being employed by the Conservatoire à rayonnement régional de Toulouse, the International School of Toulouse, the Mairie de Pibrac and English 31. She teaches Art, Music and Performing Arts at English 31, Lycée Victor Hugo and active as a musical director, stage director and choral conductor. Currently Eve is furthering her studies towards a MA in Professional Practice Voice Pedagogy.

ACTIVITY LEADER

Jim has been a passionate member of Vocal 31 since its early days. An enthusiastic amateur, he loves singing, acting, playing guitar, and the thrill of live performance—especially the harmony of voices coming together.
Equally at home singing bass or tenor, Jim has performed in classical choirs, madrigals, barbershop groups. He has played in various bands and duos and appeared on stage with the Secret Pantomime Society.
By day, Jim is a maths teacher at the International School of Toulouse, where he additionally supports concerts and school productions. He’s committed to creating community events that bring people together and encourage creative development and performance.
For Jim, Thursday night Vocal 31 rehearsals are a weekly highlight—for both the music and the community.