Worcester Festival Choral Society Seeks Tenor Singers to Join Prestigious Choir

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Worcester Festival Choral Society, a classical choir founded in 1861 with ties to Sir Edward Elgar, is inviting tenor singers from across the region to join its esteemed chorus. The 140-strong choir, led by Samuel Hudson, director of music at Worcester Cathedral, is seeking additional tenors to join its ranks for the 2025-26 concert season. The choir, which often performs with a professional orchestra and acclaimed soloists, is particularly looking for individuals with a love of music and some ability to read music.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Worcester Festival Choral Society, founded in 1861, has vacancies for additional tenors to join its 140-strong chorus.
  • Rehearsals are held on Monday evenings in term-times, usually at Worcester Cathedral, under the direction of Samuel Hudson.
  • The choir will perform three major concerts at Worcester Cathedral this season, featuring Duruflé's Requiem, Handel's Messiah, and Mendelssohn's Elijah.
  • Membership in the choir offers an incredibly rewarding experience, as well as social opportunities, including a popular 'Come & Sing' workshop day each spring.
  • Interested singers should contact Alison Riddell by September 1 to inquire about joining the choir.
  • A small number of places are also available for bass voice parts in the coming season.
  • The first rehearsal of term will be held at St Andrew's Methodist Church, Worcester, on September 8 from 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm.
  • The society is a very friendly and inclusive group, welcoming members of all ages and backgrounds.
  • Members of the choir are selected to perform with the renowned Three Choirs Festival Chorus each year.

Statistics:

  • The choir will perform three major concerts at Worcester Cathedral this season.
  • Each concert typically attracts well over 500 music lovers.
  • The choir has around 140 members.

Sources:

  • "Worcester Festival Choral Society Seeks Tenor Singers to Join Prestigious Choir" (no source specified)
  • Worcester Festival Choral Society, "Come & Sing" workshop day
  • Worcester Cathedral, Sam Hudson, director of music
  • Susan White, chairman of Worcester Festival Choral Society
  • Alison Riddell, membership@wfcs.online
  • 07710 180294