St Marys Adult Choir


St Mary’s Church has maintained a strong musical tradition for many years.

The present choir numbers around 30 adults. We also have a Junior Choir. Choir practice is held every Friday evening, with Junior Choir from 5.45pm until 6.45pm and adults from 6.30pm until 8pm. The choir leads the music at the 10.30am Sung Eucharist and 6.30pm Choral Evensong, each service having a practice beforehand at 9.45am and 5.30pm respectively. We sing a variety of music spanning the centuries, from plainchant through to very contemporary commissions, and we are one of a diminishing number of choirs that sings Choral Evensong every week.

 

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“Come and Sing“

On the third Sunday of the month, we have a very successful “Come and Sing’ evensong which draws people from far and wide who don’t wish to make a regular commitment. On this Sunday we rehearse at 4pm until 5.45pm and then have tea and refreshment before the service at 6.30pm. These special services are led by different directors each month – all very distinguished choir trainers.


Membership of the choir is flexible for those who cannot make a full commitment, but all members are expected to attend the Friday night rehearsal and at least one of the Sunday services. During the year, the choir sings at a number of special services and events and also maintains a lively social life.  The choir is non-auditioned, but it is hoped that prospective members should show a reasonable standard of music reading. Anyone wishing to be considered for membership should get in touch with the Director of Music, Simon Lole.