Those who wish to sing always find a song
St Giles Choir sings on Sunday morning services and at special services throughout the year.
The group is affiliated to the Royal School of Church Music (RSCM) and performs a wide ranging repertoire from traditional Anglican anthems to brand new compositions. The youngest member of the choir is six years old and there is no upper age limit!
In order to sing music on a weekly basis, an essential skill is the ability to read music. All choir members are taught how to read music whilst learning how to use their voices well, maintain a good posture and develop their general musicianship skills.
Rehearsals take place on Friday evenings at 7.15pm for an hour and before the main 10am Parish Mass on Sunday at 9.35am. To join the choir, please contact the Musical Director.
What some of our choristers say
by Rachel
'It's been a great experience to be in St Giles Choir because it has helped me with my singing and helps me to sing loudly. In choir we learn how to sing with a good posture, like standing up straight and putting our hands by our sides. The choir has amused a lot of people who might want to join the choir with our lovely new cassocks. In my opinion Ashley has been a great choir teacher and will continue to the choir for many years to come'.
by Imaani
'Being in the choir is fun and exhausting! But mostly fun. Our teacher Ashley Valentine, who has a great personality, is a pleasure to have as a teacher. But what I like most of all about being in the choir is that I get to sing and learn some new songs because I love singing and worshipping God. And that's what I have to say about being in the choir!'
by Renee
'I love singing! We sing very nice hymns and songs and I love singing in church'.
by Ann-Marie
'Being in the choir is a special opportunity to have a great relationship with God. It also enables you to do lots of activities with your voice. I like being in the choir because Ashley is a great teacher and teaches us a variety of songs and I find it very fun. We also have lots of fund-raising events and communicating with other church choirs which improve our choir.'
by Jessica (Group 1 Leader)