About this season
It Takes a Choir follows the dapper and charismatic British sensation Gareth Malone as he travels across the U.S. to unite an unexpected mix of characters through the spellbinding power of music. A true fish out of water, in both his environment and teaching style, Malone finds himself in the craziest situations with some of the biggest characters. Each episode culminates in a unified and powerful public performance from the choir in front of their family, friends and community.
Episodes (8)
1. Fort Riley's Army of Voices
Aired 29 December 2014 • 45 min
Army spouses call on Gareth to help their 'silent rank' find a voice and empower those left at home.
2. Breakfast Club at Brashear
Aired 29 December 2014 • 45 min
Touchy high school cliques are one obstacle that even Gareth's bowtie can't help him get out of.
3. Bad News Blues Hockey
Aired 29 December 2014 • 45 min
Gareth suits up and laces up his skates to boost the morale of a losing hockey team.
4. Senioritis
Aired 29 December 2014 • 45 min
A sleepy senior citizens center gets a jolt of energy when Gareth visits with some unexpected guests.
5. On Fire in Colorado
Aired 29 December 2014 • 45 min
Gareth's fearless firefighters' burn up the auditorium floor and restore the community's sense of pride.
6. Crabbin' and Choirin' in Crisfield
Aired 29 December 2014 • 45 min
The new British invasion hits the crab capital of the world and hopes to revive the community choir tradition.
7. Bringin' Back Berwick
Aired 29 December 2014 • 45 min
Nothing says 'bringing back Berwick' like a Brit singing a cappella in a sports bar.
8. Singing with a Full Deck
Aired 29 December 2014 • 45 min
Gareth ventures to Kentucky to reshuffle the decks and reunite a disconnected factory.