Sherborne Abbey Choir
The choir of men and boy choristers has a long and illustrious tradition stretching back over several hundred years.
Its principal function is to lead the Abbey congregation in its Sunday services each week and it sings a wide range of music, ranging from medieval plainsong to the most contemporary choral music.
There are 22 choristers, aged 8 and upwards, who all attend local schools, while the gentlemen of the choir are comprised of a number of local singers and three choral scholars. The Director of Music is always glad to hear from anyone interested in becoming a member of the choir.
The Abbey is a focal point for many other musical events in the town, with concerts taking place each month. Its annual Music Festival takes place in May and organ recitals are held each Bank Holiday Monday.
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Paris 2009
The Abbey Choir made its
first trip abroad for several years when it visited Paris between 18 – 20 July. The musical highlights included a recital in Notre Dame and Mass and recital in Chartres Cathedral, though there was still time to make the obligatory trip up the Eiffel Tower and to sail down the Seine. We've included a few photos...