The Choir of St John's is a voluntary group of around 30 mixed S.A.T.B. voices covering a range of ages and musical backgrounds. The Choir has a tradition of long-serving members together with newer singers who join each year. When singing in church, the Choir is normally split in the Anglican tradition of Cantoris and Decani and wears red cassocks and white surplices.
Rehearsals
Rehearsals take place in the church hall on Thursday evenings from 7.30pm - 9.30pm in preparation for Sunday services and other events. Other occasional practices may also take place.
Social Life
Choir members enjoy a very active (optional!) social life both in and outside the life of St John's. This includes events such as the annual party, Christmas dinner and 'retreat' to the Cathedral of the Isles. On Thursday and Sunday evenings, Choir members can usually be found enjoying a post-choral drink or three in the vaults of the church or a local hostelry.
Joining
Entry to the Choir is by audition and anyone interested in joining should contact the Director of Music Stephen Doughty.
(except first Sunday of each month)
1030 - Choral Eucharist
1800 - Choral Evensong (not July)
From time to time the Choir performs away from St John's. Recent and future locations include:
York Minster - October 2012
Hexham Abbey - October 2011
Holy Rude, Stirling - April 2011
Ripon Cathedral - October 2010
Cumbrae Cathedral - April 2010
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