Join us

Do you want to sing in an adventurous chamber choir with friendly, like-minded individuals, under the direction of top-class choral conductor Patrick Allies?

Our membership is about thirty experienced singers drawn from south-west London and north Surrey who come together to rehearse near Esher. We share a love of singing early music, whilst enjoying the challenge and variety of our diverse and distinctive programmes. We are a friendly and supportive group who enjoy the camaraderie and friendships made through choir membership.

We welcome enquiries from experienced choral singers of all voice parts who enjoy singing in a smaller choir. Please phone Nick on 020 8399 2714 or email ku.gro.riohconeipirnull@xov.

Rehearsals

Our intense but thoroughly enjoyable weekly rehearsals take place on Sunday evenings from 7.45 to 9.45 at Our Lady of Lourdes, Hampton Court Way, Thames Ditton, KT7 0LP.

We usually rehearse for 10 weeks prior to our main concert each term, with additional rehearsals to brush up on our carols or to prepare for awaydays and tours. Being a small choir, where every voice counts, members are expected to attend at least 80% of rehearsals.

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Awaydays and tours

Outside our regular rehearsal schedule we like to socialise and sing together on occasional awaydays and overseas tours. Members are encouraged to be part of these whenever possible. We also enjoy the odd pub social!

The audition process

Interested singers are invited to attend our rehearsals for a trial period to decide if we are the right fit. You will then be invited to a short audition consisting of vocal exercises, a prepared piece of your choice, and sight-reading (usually a piece from the Renaissance period). Members are expected to re-audition every three years.

Student involvement

We are also keen to hear from young singers of sixth form or gap year age who may be interested in short-term membership in preparation for a university choral scholarship. Vacancies are limited, but please contact us to discuss if you are interested.

In addition, we welcome enquiries from students interested in our innovative Apprentice conductor scheme.

For further details or to arrange an audition please phone Nick on 020 8399 2714 or email ku.gro.riohconeipirnull@xov.