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National Choir Membership Form

National Choirs Membership Form 2025

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Serial Number*
Please paste the serial number from your offer email.
First Name*
Please enter the choir member's name
Last Name*
Would you like to accept your place in a NYCOS National Choir?*
- Yes
- No
Which choir(s) have you been offered a place?*
Please select the choir(s) on your offer email.
- National Boys Choir
- Training Choir (National Boys Choir)
- Changing Voices
- National Girls Choir
- Training Choir (National Girls Choir)
- NYCOS Training Choir
- National Youth Choir of Scotland
Which choir(s) were you offered a place?*
Please select the choir(s) on your offer email.
- National Youth Choir of Scotland
- NYCOS Training Choir
- National Boys Choir
- Changing Voices
- Training Choir (National Boys Choir)
- National Girls Choir
- Training Choir (National Girls Choir)
Acceptance of Place – National Youth Choir of Scotland*
I confirm I have read the Outline Course Information page and I am available to attend both the course and any additional engagements.
- YES
- NO
Acceptance of Place – NYCOS Training Choir*
I confirm I have read the Outline Course Information page and I am available to attend both the course and any additional engagements.
- YES
- NO
Acceptance of Place – National Boys Choir*
I confirm I have read the Outline Course Information page and I am available to attend both the course and any additional engagements.
- YES
- NO
Acceptance of Place – National Boys Choir (Changing Voices)*
I confirm I have read the Outline Course Information page and I am available to attend both the course and any additional engagements.
- YES
- NO
Acceptance of Place – National Boys Choir (Training Choir)*
I confirm I have read the Outline Course Information page and I am available to attend both the course and any additional engagements.
- YES
- NO
Acceptance of Place – National Girls Choir*
I confirm I have read the Outline Course Information page and I am available to attend both the course and any additional engagements.
- YES
- NO
Acceptance of Place – National Girls Choir (Training Choir)*
I confirm I have read the Outline Course Information page and I am available to attend both the course and any additional engagements.
- YES
- NO
Who are you completing this form for?*
- Myself
- My child

Parent / Carer Details
Title
First Name*
Surname*
Email Address*
Tel Number (Day)*
Mobile Number*
Are the personal details in your offer email correct (including membership payee?)
This is the information you submitted when you filled out the online application form
- Yes
- No
Please record any changes to the details we hold in the box below.
Please record any changes to the details we hold in the box below.
Emergency Contact Details*
This must be someone other than yourself. Please state the person's name and relationship to the choir member (aunt, neighbour, etc).
Name Relationship Contact Number
Emergency Contact Details*
This must be someone other than yourself. Please state the person's name and relationship to you (parent, neighbour, etc).
Name Relationship Contact Number

Photo/Video Permission*
We often take photographs and videos of our activities for publicity including press, online and social media usage. Individual children are not named on any photographs/videos.
- YES I give permission for photos/videos of my child to be used
- NO I do not give permission for photos/videos of my child to be used
Photo/Video Permission*
We often take photographs and videos of our activities for publicity including press, online and social media usage. Individuals are not named on any photographs/videos unless on individual request.
- YES I give permission for photos/videos I am in to be used
- NO I do not give permission for photos/videos I am in to be used

Confidential - Medical & Personal Information
Doctor's Name*
Surgery Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 Town / City Post Code Country
Surgery Telephone*
What is 's Date of Birth?*
What is your Date of Birth?
Does have any special dietary requirements?*
- Yes
- No
Do you have any special dietary requirements?*
- Yes
- No
Please specify below*
Does have any allergies or medication requirements?*
- Yes
- No
Do you have any allergies or medication requirements?*
- Yes
- No
Please specify below*
Please include the form the allergy takes e.g. skin rash
Any medical or personal conditions we should be aware of?*
e.g. sleepwalking
- Yes
- No
Please specify below*
I agree to being given paracetamol*
- Yes
- No
In the event of requiring emergency or dental treatment whilst taking part in the NYCOS residential course or engagements and an officer or other responsible adult being unable to contact either myself or another person with parental responsibility, I hereby authorise NYCOS officials to obtain such medical or dental treatment for as they in their absolute discretion think necessary after consultation with a Medical or Dental Practitioner. This authority extends to all medical or dental treatment including the giving of an anesthetic where necessary.*
- I consent
- I do not consent

Fees & Reductions
The course fee for the National Youth Choir of Scotland is £735 (or five instalments of £147).
The course fee for NYCOS Training Choir is £630 (or five instalments of £136).
The course fee for National Boys Choir is £630 (or three instalments of £210).
The course fee for Changing Voices is £630 (or three instalments of £210).
The course fee for Training Choir (National Boys Choir) is £525 (or three instalments of £175).
The course fee for National Girls Choir is £630 (or three instalments of £210).
The course fee for National Girls Choir (Training Choir) is £525 (or three instalments of £175).
We believe singing is for everyone; no one should miss out due to financial circumstances. Thanks to our supporters and donors, we can reduce the membership fee by up to 100%.

If any of the following apply you can claim a fee reduction.
- You have more than one child in a NYCOS choir
- You have a low income or receive any state benefits including child tax credits or working tax credits
- You will have difficulty paying the fee for any other reason
Would you like to claim a reduction?*
- Yes
- No

The fee for NYCOS 2025 is £735. I would like to pay:*
- The full amount of £735
- Five monthly instalments of £147
The first instalment should be paid no later than 31 January and the full balance by 31 May. PLEASE NOTE: If you choose to pay in full, your NYCOS website membership payments will default to split instalments. Please wait while we adjust this and we'll let you know when complete.
The fee for NYCoS Training Choir is £680. I would like to pay:*
- The full amount of £680
- Five monthly instalments of £136
The first instalment should be paid no later than 31 January and the full balance by 31 May. PLEASE NOTE: If you choose to pay in full, your NYCOS website membership payments will default to split instalments. Please wait while we adjust this and we'll let you know when complete.
The fee for National Boys Choir is £630. I would like to pay:*
- The full amount of £630
- Three monthly instalments of £210
The first instalment should be paid no later than 31 January and the full balance by 31 March. PLEASE NOTE: If you choose to pay in full, your NYCOS website membership payments will default to split instalments. Please wait while we adjust this and we'll let you know when complete.
The fee for Changing Voices is £630. I would like to pay:*
- The full amount of £630
- Three monthly instalments of £210
The first instalment should be paid no later than 31 January and the full balance by 31 March. PLEASE NOTE: If you choose to pay in full, your NYCOS website membership payments will default to split instalments. Please wait while we adjust this and we'll let you know when complete.
The fee for NBC Training Choir is £525. I would like to pay:*
- The full amount of £525
- Three monthly instalments of £175
The first instalment should be paid no later than 31 January and the full balance by 31 March. PLEASE NOTE: If you choose to pay in full, your NYCOS website membership payments will default to split instalments. Please wait while we adjust this and we'll let you know when complete.
The fee for National Girls Choir is £630. I would like to pay:*
- The full amount of £630
- Three monthly instalments of £210
The first instalment should be paid no later than 31 January and the full balance by 31 March. PLEASE NOTE: If you choose to pay in full, your NYCOS website membership payments will default to split instalments. Please wait while we adjust this and we'll let you know when complete.
The fee for NGC Training Choir is £525. I would like to pay:*
- The full amount of £525
- Three monthly instalments of £175
The first instalment should be paid no later than 31 January and the full balance by 31 March. PLEASE NOTE: If you choose to pay in full, your NYCOS website membership payments will default to split instalments. Please wait while we adjust this and we'll let you know when complete.
Do you have more than one child in any NYCOS choir?*
- Yes
- No
Because you have more than one child in a NYCOS choir you can claim up to a 20% reduction for this membership.

You may be able to claim a further reduction by telling us about your household income and any benefits you receive.
Do you need to claim a further reduction?
- Yes
- No
Please complete the form below to claim a reduction.

The reduction you select on the next page will then be applied to your membership by our team. Please don't pay anything until you receive an email to tell you your discount is active.

Please note: a random selection of people will be asked to supply documentation to support the information provided in this form. If you are selected, a member of NYCOS staff will also contact you about this.
Total household income from work*
Please enter a number greater than or equal to 0.
Every
This is total amount of earned income for all adults in your household before tax.

It is important to enter this accurately. If you are randomly selected to provide supporting documentation we will ask to see:
- your tax credit award letter (if you have one)
- your P60s or pay slips
- your self assessment tax return
Number of dependant children in your household*
You should count all dependent children under 18 that live in your household most of the time. Do not count children that mainly live elsewhere.
Please enter a number from 0 to 10.
Do you receive any means tested state benefits?*
This includes Child Tax Credit, Working Tax Credit, Income Support and Universal Credit but not Child Benefit or the State Pension.
- Yes
- No
Child Tax Credit / Working Tax Credit
Tell us how much child tax credit and or working tax credit you receive each year. This figure should match the amount on your tax credits award letter for the current tax year.
Universal Credit
Tell us how much universal credit you receive each month. If the amount you receive changes you should enter the most typical amount or an average.
It is unusual to receive both Universal Credit and Child Tax Credit or Working Tax Credit. Please confirm this is correct.
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Fee Reductions
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Max Reduction Offered
Based on the information you have provided there are no automatic fee reductions available to you. You can still apply for a reduction by telling us more about your circumstances.
Based on the information you have provided you can claim a reduction of up to . You can also apply for a higher reduction by telling us more about your circumstances.
Based on the information you have provided you can claim a reduction of up to .
As you have more than one child in a NYCOS choir, you can claim a reduction of up to 20%. Due to a current glitch, the reductions offered above and below will continue to 100%, please select 20% to proceed.
Select the reduction you would like
These are the reductions available to you.
Please do not pay anything towards your fees until your reduction has been processed and confirmed in an email.
Would you like to apply for a higher reduction?
We understand that factors other than your household income can affect your ability to pay. You can apply for a higher reduction by selecting yes and telling us more about your circumstances.
- Yes
- No
Please ensure you have selected the reduction you would like to request from the field above and complete the additional information box below.
Additional Information
Please use this section to tell us more about your circumstances such as family expenditure, other dependants, separation, and other family-specific circumstances.
Declaration*
I confirm that, to the best of my knowledge, the information provided is true and complete.

I understand I may be asked to provide supporting documents which should be consistent with the information provided.
I agree to the above

Payment Plan
I would like to pay:*
First instalment must be paid by 31 Jan and final instalments paid by 31 March for NBC and NGC and 31 May for NYCoS and NYCoS TC
- The fee in one payment
- Three instalments in Jan, Feb, March (NBC and NGC)
- Five instalments in Jan-May (NYCoS and NYCoS TC)

Gift Aid Your Membership Fee
Membership of NYCOS forms part of the charity’s objective to advance the arts and as such a proportion of membership fees paid are eligible for Gift Aid. The total membership fee includes an element of tuition that, as a benefit, does not qualify for Gift Aid.
Allow NYCOS to claim 25p of Gift Aid for every £1 at no extra cost to you*
- Yes, I want to Gift Aid my donation today and any I make in the future or have made in the past 4 years to NYCOS.
  I am a UK taxpayer and understand that if I pay less Income Tax and/or Capital Gains Tax than the amount of Gift Aid claimed on all my donations in that tax year it is my responsibility to pay any difference. Please notify us if you want to cancel this declaration, change your name or home address or no longer pay sufficient tax on your income and/or capital gains tax. If you pay Income Tax at the higher or additional rate and want to receive the additional tax relief due to you, you must include all your Gift Aid donations on your Self-Assessment tax return or ask HM Revenue and Customs to adjust your tax code.
- No, I am not eligible or do not wish for Gift Aid to be claimed.

Reason for not accepting a place
We would be grateful if you could let us know why you won't be joining us this year. Please briefly detail in the box below.
Privacy Notice
The information you have provided through this form will be processed in accordance with our privacy notice.
Thank you. Please press submit and be patient as this can take some time! Do not refresh your page

0141 471 1460
info@nycos.co.uk

NYCOS
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140 Sauchiehall Street
Glasgow, G2 3DH

SING

NATIONAL CHOIRS
National Youth Choir of Scotland
Chamber Choir
National Boys Choir
National Girls Choir
separator
REGIONAL CHOIRS
MINI MUSIC MAKERS

LEARN

Our Approach
Training for Music Practitioners
Musicianship & Methodology
NYCOS Kodály Summer School 2025
Resources & Publications
Video Resources
Hiring Music
PRESTO

CONNECT

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National Youth Choir of Scotland (known as NYCOS) is a registered Scottish charity, SC024899.
NYCOS is a company limited by guarantee, registered in Scotland with company number SC165149.

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