Sandra Colston (BA hons) has been a vocal and piano tutor for over 12 years, and has conducted, directed and formed many and varied choirs for all ages.

She decided to start "Funky Voices" as there aren't any choirs in the area that sing modern music that can be enjoyed by everyone. Sandra has always had a passion for vocal harmonies with personal influences being likes of; Stevie Wonder, Earth Wind and Fire, Luther Vandross etc. and the aim is to bring a similar vocal energy to Funky Voices.

Funky Voices is not a 'conventional' choir due to the age range being open to ages 18 to 80 who come from all walks of life, and the repertoire we sing, from "Take That", "The Beatles" and even "Scissor Sisters", making it an exciting and enjoyable experience for everyone. We meet in Colchester, Essex, every Thursday and although most members are not trained singers, together they make a wonderful sound and are full of energy (and laughter) . The Director arranges 90% of the music herself, to suit the choir members, and to bring the music up to date and possible for a choir to sing.