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. This season the choir celebrates its 75th Anniversary.

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.

We invite you to explore our website and join us for rehearsals on Thursday evenings at St Swithun’s Church, East Grinstead. Details of next term’s rehearsals can be found here.

"Group singing is cheaper than therapy, healthier than drinking, and certainly more fun than working out."

What we do

Guided by our professional musicians – Music Director Phil Wilcox and Assistant Music Director 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

Rehearsals are held on Thursday evenings from 7.15pm – 9.30 pm at St Swithun’s Church, East Grinstead. New singers can enjoy two free “taster” rehearsals before committing to membership for the season. We work hard in rehearsals, but we also have a great deal of fun! Please get in touch via our Contact page if you would like to come along to any of our rehearsals. We would love to see you there!

What's next

Rehearsals start on 3rd September for our next concert – a performance of music by Howard Goodall, Sarah Quartel and Morton Lauridsen which we’ll stage at St Swithun’s Church on Saturday 28th November.

The choir will be accompanied by a professional string orchestra led by local musician George Clifford.

Spring term dates

You would be welcome to join any of our rehearsals. Please get in touch beforehand via our Contact page, so that we know to expect you. Rehearsals take place every Thursday during term-time.

First rehearsal: 3rd September 2026

Half-term break: 29th October 2026

Concert: 28th November 2026, St Swithun’s: Goodall, Quartel, Lauridsen

Final rehearsal: 10th December 2026

EG sings Christmas: 17th December 2026, St Swithun’s: Carols for All

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.