Malmesbury Singers
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The Choir's History According to founder members of the choir, Malmesbury Singers began in September 1961 with Miss Margaret Crallan as conductor, under the auspices of the Rural Music School. In September 1964 it became a mixed choir. Following the departure of Miss Crallan, John Hughes took over the mantle of leadership for a number of years. Iain Duffin subsequently took over in 1991 as conductor and musical director. John Hughes returned a couple of years later to be our accompanist. Malmesbury Singers originally held rehearsals in Malmesbury Upper School, but they are now held in Malmesbury Abbey. Approximately 60 - 70 singers make up the Malmesbury Singers, coming from about a 25 mile radius of Malmesbury. We usually put on at least two concerts a year, although we do occasionally put on a light summer concert, as we are this coming July 4th, in Malmesbury Town Hall (Gilbert & Sullivan extracts). See the links on the left - "Past Concerts" for details of our previous works which encompass many varied works such as home grown creations such as "Hannah and the Tyger" and "Eilmer" to major choral works such as Vivaldi's Gloria and Haydn's Creation. Rehearsals are informal, enjoyable and educational. New members are always welcome - particularly male voices! There is usually a short voice appraisal - however this is very informal and you just need to bring a short piece to sing. Click the "Contact Us" link on the left to join and send a quick message. click here for an image of the current choir Come & Sing! |
Concert Feedback! Message from our Musical Director: Thank you all so much for all your hard work. It was a longish concert and a big sing and we acquitted ourselves very well. The Rutter Gloria was very exciting and all those "tricky bits" that we had worked so hard on came off. The Parry (I was Glad) was a really impressive "curtain raiser" and to follow that with such a sensitive rendition of Bruckner's Ave Maria was impressive. |