East Grinstead Choral Society
We are a non-auditioned choir, sharing the joy of performing inspirational music.
Who we are
Founded over seventy years ago, East Grinstead Choral Society is a choir of non-auditioned singers who love coming together to make music in a supportive atmosphere, learning new skills along the way. Our aim is to inspire a passion for music and singing, both in performers and in audiences, in the local community.
Singing is a joy, and everyone at EGCS knows the uplifting feeling experienced when singing together. Singing is also beneficial for your health and well-being; it lifts your mood, can help you relax and boost your confidence. The quote below probably sums up the views of many of our members.
"Group singing is cheaper than therapy, healthier than drinking, and certainly more fun than working out."
What we do
Guided by our three professional musicians – Music Director Laurence Williams and our Assistant Music Directors Ben Markovic and Craig Hudson – we rehearse for, and then perform, three concerts per season with professional soloists and instrumentalists. Our repertoire is varied and aims to provide sufficient challenge to the choir and be popular with our audiences.
How we do it
What's next
On 5th September we will start the 2024 – 2025 season rehearsing Vivaldi’s sublime Gloria in preparation for our concert on 7th December. In addition we will be revisiting some “well-known” carols, including O Holy Night and learning some new ones; our Christmas concerts traditionally include audience participation and this concert will be no exception. We will also be welcoming the children’s choir of St Mary’s School, East Grinstead to perform some of their own repertoire as well as join the “senior choir” for some items.
Autumn term dates
You would be welcome to join any of our rehearsals. Just turn up and let us know you are new. Rehearsals take place every Thursday during term-time.
First rehearsal: 5th September 2024
Half-term break: 31st October 2024
Final rehearsal: 5th December 2024
Concert: 7th December 2024, St Swithun’s: Vivaldi: Gloria, Carols for Choir and Audience
All rehearsals are held at St Swithun’s Church from 7.15 pm to 9.30 pm. Limited car parking is available at the church and more at the nearby car parks on Church Lane. St Swithun’s is fully accessible.
