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20,000 Voices promotes, supports and develops singing across Northumberland and the Northeast.
20,000 Voices promotes, supports and develops singing across Northumberland and the Northeast.
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The following groups are members of Making Music: North East. Click on a title for more information.
All Saints' Chamber Choir
Newcastle upon Tyne
All Saints' Chamber Choir, based in Gosforth, was founded in 1992 by its Artistic Director Edward Marsh.
Jonathan Scott is the visitor for this group from the Making Music: North East Regional Committee.
All Saints' Chamber Choir, based in Gosforth, was founded in 1992 by its Artistic Director Edward Marsh.
Jonathan Scott is the visitor for this group from the Making Music: North East Regional Committee.
Labels: full, JS, Newcastle upon Tyne, Vocal
Alnwick Music Society
Alnwick
Arranges Programme of concerts (at least 6 per year) by professional artists.
Alex Murchie is the visitor for this group from the Making Music: North East Regional Committee.
Arranges Programme of concerts (at least 6 per year) by professional artists.
Alex Murchie is the visitor for this group from the Making Music: North East Regional Committee.
Alnwick Pipers' Society
Alnwick
Alnwick Pipers' Society has regular monthly meetings/playing sessions throughout the year. Meetings are held on the second Thursday of each month (except August) in the Plough Hotel, Bondgate Without, Alnwick, starting at 8.00pm.
Members of the public can attend to watch and listen. Visiting players are very welcome, particularly if they can play in concert F pitch!
Alnwick Pipers' Society has regular monthly meetings/playing sessions throughout the year. Meetings are held on the second Thursday of each month (except August) in the Plough Hotel, Bondgate Without, Alnwick, starting at 8.00pm.
Members of the public can attend to watch and listen. Visiting players are very welcome, particularly if they can play in concert F pitch!
Labels: Alnwick, full, Instrumental, MA
Bailiffgate Singers
Alnwick
The Bailiffgate Singers have just started its third year of rehearsals. We are fortunate to practice in the beautiful surroundings of The Bailiffgate Museum in Alnwick, Northumberland. We are a SATB choir of mixed abilities, under the directorship of a professional, Martin Fisher. We have 37 members and are in great need of some more men! Bass particularly.
Rehearsal night is a Wednesday 7.30pm - 9.30pm
Repertoire is very varied, from Schubert to Sting! many works are sung unaccompanied.
For more information please contact Louise on 01665 714763.
The Bailiffgate Singers have just started its third year of rehearsals. We are fortunate to practice in the beautiful surroundings of The Bailiffgate Museum in Alnwick, Northumberland. We are a SATB choir of mixed abilities, under the directorship of a professional, Martin Fisher. We have 37 members and are in great need of some more men! Bass particularly.
Rehearsal night is a Wednesday 7.30pm - 9.30pm
Repertoire is very varied, from Schubert to Sting! many works are sung unaccompanied.
For more information please contact Louise on 01665 714763.
Berwick Arts Choir
Berwick upon Tweed
A sixty member, mixed voice choir, based in Berwick-upon-Tweed; performing major works, both familiar and unusual, under the direction of Stewart McCormick MBE.
Rehearsals are held weekly on Thursday evenings from 7.15 - 9.15 pm at the United Reform Church, Spittal.
A sixty member, mixed voice choir, based in Berwick-upon-Tweed; performing major works, both familiar and unusual, under the direction of Stewart McCormick MBE.
Rehearsals are held weekly on Thursday evenings from 7.15 - 9.15 pm at the United Reform Church, Spittal.
Labels: Berwick upon Tweed, full, MA, Vocal
Berwick Male Voice Choir
Berwick upon Tweed
Alex Murchie is the visitor for this group from the Making Music: North East Regional Committee.
Alex Murchie is the visitor for this group from the Making Music: North East Regional Committee.
Labels: AM, Berwick upon Tweed, full, Vocal
Billingham Silver Band
Billingham Silver Band are based at Norton Sports Complex, Station Road, Norton, Stockton-on-Tees, TS20 1PE. The band rehearse on Sunday mornings from 10am to 12noon and also on Wednesday evenings from 7pm to 9pm. Why not drop in and see us if you are in the area? You will be more than welcome!
Labels: billingham, full, Instrumental
Bishop Auckland Choral Society
Bishop Auckland
The Society was formed in 1956 from Bishop Auckland Youth Choir members, Bishop Auckland Male Voice Choir and Ladies Choir.
The Society was formed in 1956 from Bishop Auckland Youth Choir members, Bishop Auckland Male Voice Choir and Ladies Choir.
Labels: Bishop Auckland, DC, full, Vocal
Bishop Auckland Music Society
Bishop Auckland
As part of its commitment to make live music available in the Wear Valley area at affordable prices the Society provides a platform for up-and-coming players as well as established artists of international renown.
As part of its commitment to make live music available in the Wear Valley area at affordable prices the Society provides a platform for up-and-coming players as well as established artists of international renown.
Labels: Bishop Auckland, DR, full, Promoting
Bishopwearmouth Choral Society
Sunderland
Bishopwearmouth Choral Society is well established, having given its first performance in 1949. Since then it has provided regular concerts in Sunderland with a repertoire which has been mainly classical - sacred and secular - with occasional pieces which are more contemporary. The choir seeks to achieve a very high standard musically in the chosen works and performances are always in conjunction with professional soloists and orchestras of a very high standard.
Bishopwearmouth Choral Society is well established, having given its first performance in 1949. Since then it has provided regular concerts in Sunderland with a repertoire which has been mainly classical - sacred and secular - with occasional pieces which are more contemporary. The choir seeks to achieve a very high standard musically in the chosen works and performances are always in conjunction with professional soloists and orchestras of a very high standard.
Labels: DC, full, Sunderland, Vocal
Cappella Novocastriensis
Newcastle upon Tyne
A forty-voice ensemble, founded in 1960 by Dr Frederick Hudson to specialise in singing music for worship.
A forty-voice ensemble, founded in 1960 by Dr Frederick Hudson to specialise in singing music for worship.
Labels: CA, full, Newcastle upon Tyne, Vocal
Chilli Road Band
Newcastle upon Tyne
The Chilli Road Band is a dynamic, vibrant community band consisting of adults and children playing an eclectic mix of latin, jazz and rock on an array of instruments: steel pans, percussion, drums, brass and woodwind. Band members, ranging from beginner musicians to accomplished performers, rehearse at Chillingham Road Primary School on Tuesday evenings.
People wanting to book the band should get in touch with Steve Nash (0191 240 2146) and people interested in joining the band should contact Paul Fletcher (0191 265 0304).
Labels: full, Instrumental, KP, Newcastle upon Tyne
Cleveland Chamber Orchestra
Middlesbrough, Stockton
The Cleveland Chamber Orchestra has around 35 to 40 playing members, and usually gives 3 or 4 concerts a year, the season running from September to June.
The Cleveland Chamber Orchestra has around 35 to 40 playing members, and usually gives 3 or 4 concerts a year, the season running from September to June.
www.teesmusic.co.uk - music listings for Teesside
Labels: DR, full, Instrumental, Middlesbrough, Stockton
Cleveland Philharmonic Choir
Middlesbrough, Stockton
Cleveland Philharmonic Choir, the largest choir on Teesside with 120 members, was founded in 1968 by Edwin Raymond. Under the leadership of John Forsyth, the current Musical Director, the choir performs large works from Early Music to Modern and includes some compositions suitable for young singers. Members of Tees Valley Youth Choir regularly sing with us. Rehearsals are on Tuesdays (7.00-9.00) at
Contacts:
Trevor Turner, tel/fax: 01642 590923 , email tt16md@btinternet.com
Joan Carter, Secretary, tel: 01642 656273, email: john_joan.carter@ntlworld.com
Labels: DC, full, Middlesbrough, Stockton, Vocal
Cleveland Philharmonic Orchestra
Middlesbrough, Stockton
The CPO is based in Middlesbrough. It was founded in 1975 by the late Edwin Raymond to play large-scale symphonic works to a high standard. It normally gives 2 concerts per year, some of which are for charity (eg. Macmillan Cancer Relief, Butterwick Hospice). Intensive rehearsals are held on the 2 weekends before each concert.
The CPO is based in Middlesbrough. It was founded in 1975 by the late Edwin Raymond to play large-scale symphonic works to a high standard. It normally gives 2 concerts per year, some of which are for charity (eg. Macmillan Cancer Relief, Butterwick Hospice). Intensive rehearsals are held on the 2 weekends before each concert.
Lead contact: Tim Jackson (Orchestra Manager), email: tim@timpjackson.plus.com, tel: 01748 821343.
Labels: full, Instrumental, LG, Middlesbrough, Stockton
Cobweb Orchestra
Harelaw (between Stanley and Durham), Newbiggin (near Ashington) and Tebay (in Cumbria)
The Cobwebs Orchestra is an enthusiastic, tolerant group of players with professional orchestral guidance. We accept all players who can contribute and gain from playing with us, of all ages and abilities and on a wide variety of instruments.
The underlying idea is to encourage people to play and to enable them to play together so they can improve and enjoy playing. So whatever level you can play at, come and listen and come and play.
We are always accepting new members, some of whom are seasoned, experienced players who want to enjoy their music in new company. But others are complete beginners who, though musical, may never have played in an orchestra before. Most of us have been too busy to practise for several years and want to blow the cobwebs off our music stands and start playing again. Members come and go as their commitments change, so players of any instrument are able to find a place.
We rehearse regularly at three different venues: Harelaw (between Stanley and Durham), Newbiggin (near Ashington) and Tebay (in Cumbria).
Labels: Ashington, Durham, full, Instrumental
Darlington and The Dales Youth Orchestra
Darlington
Darlington & the Dales Youth Orchestra is an independent youth orchestra for young people. It is a resource for young people, age 21 or less, who are performing at grade six, above or equivalent standard, are in part or full time education.
Darlington & the Dales Youth Orchestra is an independent youth orchestra for young people. It is a resource for young people, age 21 or less, who are performing at grade six, above or equivalent standard, are in part or full time education.
Labels: associate, Darlington, DR, Instrumental
Darlington Choral Society
Darlington
The Darlington Choral Society was born out of the Darlington Choral and Orchestral Association and has existed since the early 1900s. In 1970 the choir joined the National Federation of Music Societies, now known as "Making Music", and became the Darlington Choral Society.
Alex Murchie is the visitor for this group from the Making Music: North East Regional Committee.
The Darlington Choral Society was born out of the Darlington Choral and Orchestral Association and has existed since the early 1900s. In 1970 the choir joined the National Federation of Music Societies, now known as "Making Music", and became the Darlington Choral Society.
Alex Murchie is the visitor for this group from the Making Music: North East Regional Committee.
Labels: AM, Darlington, full, Vocal
Darlington Music Society
Darlington
Bringing the finest music and world class musicians to Darlington for live perfomances at very reasonable prices.
Bringing the finest music and world class musicians to Darlington for live perfomances at very reasonable prices.
Labels: Darlington, full, LG, Promoting
Darlington Orchestra
Darlington
Darlington Orchestra is a community orchestra featuring local amateur musicians. We perform two regular concerts per year and occasionally participate in other events. New members are always welcome.
Darlington Orchestra is a community orchestra featuring local amateur musicians. We perform two regular concerts per year and occasionally participate in other events. New members are always welcome.
Labels: Darlington, full, Instrumental, LG
Derwentside Choral Society
Durham
Derwentside Choral Society are a mixed voice choir of about 40 members. Rehearsals take place weekly, with breaks at Christmas, Easter and summer.
Our annual spring concert is held in April or May and is usually a full choral work. Our accompanist on piano or organ is Dr. Derek Shute who is also our rehearsal accompanist, but in alternate years we perform with an orchestra.
Derwentside Choral Society are a mixed voice choir of about 40 members. Rehearsals take place weekly, with breaks at Christmas, Easter and summer.
Our annual spring concert is held in April or May and is usually a full choral work. Our accompanist on piano or organ is Dr. Derek Shute who is also our rehearsal accompanist, but in alternate years we perform with an orchestra.
Drummed Up
Newcastle upon Tyne
Drummed Up is a West African drumming group based in the Newcastle upon Tyne dedicated to playing drums and percussion. We are based at the Newcastle Music Service building at 41 Jesmond Vale, for directions use this map.
From 6.30pm until 8.20pm we have the taught session, (people arriving early usually gather in the Blue Bell pub, opposite Nr.41) Newcomers are welcomed and are taught enough to join in immediately. The performance rehearsal period starts at 8.40 (beginners welcome to stay to observe only)
Drummed Up currently have quite a large collection of West African Djembe drums and percussion, so there's always something for you to play, or you can bring your own instruments.
We meet simply to share the experience of drumming together, and we hope to share this experience with audiences. Please contact the group to find out more.
Jonathan Scott is the visitor for this group from the Making Music: North East Regional Committee.
Drummed Up is a West African drumming group based in the Newcastle upon Tyne dedicated to playing drums and percussion. We are based at the Newcastle Music Service building at 41 Jesmond Vale, for directions use this map.
From 6.30pm until 8.20pm we have the taught session, (people arriving early usually gather in the Blue Bell pub, opposite Nr.41) Newcomers are welcomed and are taught enough to join in immediately. The performance rehearsal period starts at 8.40 (beginners welcome to stay to observe only)
Drummed Up currently have quite a large collection of West African Djembe drums and percussion, so there's always something for you to play, or you can bring your own instruments.
We meet simply to share the experience of drumming together, and we hope to share this experience with audiences. Please contact the group to find out more.
Jonathan Scott is the visitor for this group from the Making Music: North East Regional Committee.
Labels: full, Instrumental, JS, Newcastle upon Tyne
Durham Choral Society
Durham
Durham Choral Society is a mixed voice choir with over 100 members. We sing two concerts a year in the prestigious setting of Durham Cathedral. The repertoire of DCS is varied, from traditional choral fare of the Bach B Minor to specially commissioned works by new composers such as Will Todd. We welcome new voices to the choir each year (see website for details) and look forward to welcoming you to Durham Cathedral for one of our upcoming concerts.
Durham Choral Society is a mixed voice choir with over 100 members. We sing two concerts a year in the prestigious setting of Durham Cathedral. The repertoire of DCS is varied, from traditional choral fare of the Bach B Minor to specially commissioned works by new composers such as Will Todd. We welcome new voices to the choir each year (see website for details) and look forward to welcoming you to Durham Cathedral for one of our upcoming concerts.
Durham Scratch Choir
Durham
Durham Scratch Choir is a community choir that prides itself in drawing members from all backgrounds and walks of life. In common we have an interest in singing and performing songs from many different times and traditions. We have performed gospel, doo-wop, Georgian, Balkan, contemporary English, local folk and African music. Members of the choir may have had some or no previous experience but they all enjoy the tremendous feeling that comes from singing with others in an atmosphere that is warm and friendly. There is an annual residential series of workshops (held this year in Whitby) and from time to time, there are concerts around the area.
Everyone has a voice and the choir helps you to find it and express it in different ways. Come along and give it a try!
Durham Scratch Choir is a community choir that prides itself in drawing members from all backgrounds and walks of life. In common we have an interest in singing and performing songs from many different times and traditions. We have performed gospel, doo-wop, Georgian, Balkan, contemporary English, local folk and African music. Members of the choir may have had some or no previous experience but they all enjoy the tremendous feeling that comes from singing with others in an atmosphere that is warm and friendly. There is an annual residential series of workshops (held this year in Whitby) and from time to time, there are concerts around the area.
Everyone has a voice and the choir helps you to find it and express it in different ways. Come along and give it a try!
Durham Sinfonia
Durham
Durham Sinfonia was formed in the 1980s, and its members are drawn from across the North East. Its membership comprises both professional and amateur musicians who come together for at least three major concerts per year.
Jonathan Scott is the visitor for this group from the Making Music: North East Regional Committee.
Durham Sinfonia was formed in the 1980s, and its members are drawn from across the North East. Its membership comprises both professional and amateur musicians who come together for at least three major concerts per year.
Jonathan Scott is the visitor for this group from the Making Music: North East Regional Committee.
Labels: Durham, full, Instrumental, JS
Durham Singers
Durham
The Durham Singers is a lively and versatile choir of about 50 members: they make a point of their versatility, and the repertoire ranges from medieval to modern.
Alex Murchie is the visitor for this group from the Making Music: North East Regional Committee.
The Durham Singers is a lively and versatile choir of about 50 members: they make a point of their versatility, and the repertoire ranges from medieval to modern.
Alex Murchie is the visitor for this group from the Making Music: North East Regional Committee.
Durham University Choral Society
Durham
The Choral Society is one of Durham's most prestigious musical groups. We sing two or more concerts a year, often in the Cathedral, working with professional soloists and accompanied by the University Orchestra.
The Choral Society is one of Durham's most prestigious musical groups. We sing two or more concerts a year, often in the Cathedral, working with professional soloists and accompanied by the University Orchestra.
Durham Young Musicians
Durham
Durham Young Musicians (DYM) is a society open to all with an interest in music, including parents, teachers and young people of all ages. It aims to foster in young musicians achievement and excellence in musical performance.
We have an exciting programme of events during the year ranging from informal matinee concerts to piano Master Classes by internationally known artists. These events are held at a number of venues in and around Durham City and give opportunities for young people at all levels to perform in public and thereby to gain experience and confidence.
For more details of events or to find out more about DYM please contact Ian Rudd (Hon Secretary) via email: ihrudd@googlemail.com or by telephone at 0191 384 4002.
Durham Young Musicians (DYM) is a society open to all with an interest in music, including parents, teachers and young people of all ages. It aims to foster in young musicians achievement and excellence in musical performance.
We have an exciting programme of events during the year ranging from informal matinee concerts to piano Master Classes by internationally known artists. These events are held at a number of venues in and around Durham City and give opportunities for young people at all levels to perform in public and thereby to gain experience and confidence.
For more details of events or to find out more about DYM please contact Ian Rudd (Hon Secretary) via email: ihrudd@googlemail.com or by telephone at 0191 384 4002.
Few Broth
Newcastle/Northumberland
The band have a love of all types of folk with a leaning towards 'Geordie' folk songs.
The band have a love of all types of folk with a leaning towards 'Geordie' folk songs.
Labels: full, Newcastle upon Tyne, Northumberland, Vocal
Gainford Choral Society
Durham
GCS rehearses 7.30-9.00pm on Monday evenings during term at Gainford Primary School. The choir currently comprises 35 singers. The choir was established over 30 years ago and gives concerts at Christmas and in the spring at Gainford Parish Church. GCS has toured abroad mostly to France and once to the USA. Recently the choir has performed with a chamber ensemble. The conductor is John MacKenzie and the choir's accompanist is Chris Thompson. The choir welcomes new members who ideally will have had some singing experience.
For further information contact John MacKenzie, email: john.mackenzie1@virgin.net, tel: 01325 730280.
GCS rehearses 7.30-9.00pm on Monday evenings during term at Gainford Primary School. The choir currently comprises 35 singers. The choir was established over 30 years ago and gives concerts at Christmas and in the spring at Gainford Parish Church. GCS has toured abroad mostly to France and once to the USA. Recently the choir has performed with a chamber ensemble. The conductor is John MacKenzie and the choir's accompanist is Chris Thompson. The choir welcomes new members who ideally will have had some singing experience.
For further information contact John MacKenzie, email: john.mackenzie1@virgin.net, tel: 01325 730280.
Guisborough Choral Society
Guisborough
Guisborough Choral Society was founded in 1967, we have over 60 members. We perform mainly in Guisborough. Rehearsals are held at Laurence Jackson School, Guisborough on Wednesdays 7.30pm - 9.30pm in term time.
Contact Miranda Kelly, tel: 01287 624192, email miranda.kelly@dsl.pipex.com
Guisborough Choral Society was founded in 1967, we have over 60 members. We perform mainly in Guisborough. Rehearsals are held at Laurence Jackson School, Guisborough on Wednesdays 7.30pm - 9.30pm in term time.
Contact Miranda Kelly, tel: 01287 624192, email miranda.kelly@dsl.pipex.com
Labels: full, Guisborough, TT, Vocal
Heaton Voices Community Choir
Newcastle upon Tyne
Heaton Voices is a community choir based in Heaton in Newcastle upon Tyne, England.
Heaton Voices began in January 2000, set up by Richard Scott in response to the need for a community based singing group.
Heaton Voices is a community choir based in Heaton in Newcastle upon Tyne, England.
Heaton Voices began in January 2000, set up by Richard Scott in response to the need for a community based singing group.
Labels: full, JS, Newcastle upon Tyne, Vocal
Hexham and District Music Society
Hexham
Hexham and District Music Society was founded to bring chamber music of the highest quality to Hexham. Our subscription series has seven concerts between October and April and we have over one hundred members. Concerts take place in Queens Hall Arts.
Contact: Diana Dickinson, email: di-colin@ukonline.co.uk, tel: 01434 682337
Hexham and District Music Society was founded to bring chamber music of the highest quality to Hexham. Our subscription series has seven concerts between October and April and we have over one hundred members. Concerts take place in Queens Hall Arts.
Contact: Diana Dickinson, email: di-colin@ukonline.co.uk, tel: 01434 682337
Hexham Orpheus Choir
Hexham
The Hexham Orpheus Choir performs 2 major concerts each season, plus additional smaller works through the year. We operate a no audition policy, providing a platform for people from various musical backgrounds to come together and perform a wide variety of music from Renaissance to contemporary sources.
Many choir members also belong to other choirs in the area, with some performing as soloists in their own right. Our conductor, Glenn Davis also leads the Priory Singers, Tynemouth, enabling us to join forces and perform larger choral works from time to time. The choir has an active social calendar, and new members are always made very welcome. Details on joining the choir and forthcoming concerts can be found on our website.
Rehearsals are every Wednesday, 7.30 - 9.30pm during School Term at
Contact: Tony May, tel: 07751 346487, email: info@hexham-orpheus-choir.org.uk
Hurworth Concert Band
Richmond
Hurworth Concert Band is an amateur wind band which draws players from Darlington, England and the surrounding area.
Hurworth Concert Band is an amateur wind band which draws players from Darlington, England and the surrounding area.
Labels: full, Instrumental, NS, Richmond
Jesmond Choral Group
Newcastle upon Tyne
The Jesmond Choral Group (founded in 1966 as the St James's Choral Group) performs choral music regularly in and around the Newcastle upon Tyne area. The Group currently comprises around 30 members and is based at St Hilda's Church on Thornleigh Road, Jesmond, rehearsing on Tuesday evenings between 7.30pm and 9.30pm.
Contact: Jonathan Scott, Music Director.
The Jesmond Choral Group (founded in 1966 as the St James's Choral Group) performs choral music regularly in and around the Newcastle upon Tyne area. The Group currently comprises around 30 members and is based at St Hilda's Church on Thornleigh Road, Jesmond, rehearsing on Tuesday evenings between 7.30pm and 9.30pm.
Contact: Jonathan Scott, Music Director.
Labels: full, KB, Newcastle upon Tyne, Vocal
Lanchester Male Voice Choir
Lanchester
Lanchester Male Voice Choir was formed in 1967 and has continued without interruption.
A small, but growing choir meets at 7.30pm each Monday in the main hall of the Community Centre. All men are welcome and auditions are not required.
Contact: lanchestercommunitycentre@yahoo.co.uk
Lanchester Male Voice Choir was formed in 1967 and has continued without interruption.
A small, but growing choir meets at 7.30pm each Monday in the main hall of the Community Centre. All men are welcome and auditions are not required.
Contact: lanchestercommunitycentre@yahoo.co.uk
Labels: DC, full, Lanchester, Vocal
Levendale Singers and Music Society
Middlesbrough, Stockton
Labels: full, Middlesbrough, Stockton, TT, Vocal
Michelmas Singers
Middlesbrough, Stockton
The Michelmas Singers are a well-renowned mixed choir performing a wide range of music both unaccompanied and with orchestras, specialising in music of the 16th and 20th centuries. There are 25-30 singers giving 4-8 concerts per year.
Favourite composers include Monteverdi, Byrd, Purcell, Poulenc, Parry and Vaughan-Williams, but the choir has a very wide repertoire. They often perform music of the Baroque period with the Cleveland Consort, and are keen to perform for charities. The Musical Director is Harold Reay.
Rehearsals are held weekly on Fridays during school terms at Stockton Parish Church, from 7.30-9.30pm. Prospective members should contact michelmassingers@tiscali.co.uk
Labels: full, Middlesbrough, Stockton, TT, Vocal