The robed choir was founded over 100 years ago, and has maintained a high musical standard since then. Originally a choir of boys and men, occasionally augmented by ladies, a girls' choir was formed in 1978, and this was quickly incorporated into the full choir. The choir is affiliated to the Royal School of Church Music. Currently the choir consists of two basses, two tenors, two contraltos and several adult sopranos. The Junior section is currently being re-formed, having reached an all-time low in numbers.

The full choir sings a wide range of styles of music, and newcomers may well find that this is hard work at first. The hour between 6.30 and 7.30 on Mondays is, however, aimed more at training the younger children than working hard on the music in preparation, and new beginners should enjoy this session. There is usually a five-minute break around 7.15 for a run- around (in the church's gallery room) sometimes with orange juice. Children aged between 8 and 12 who would like to find out more about our team are welcome to come along to this first hour's session on any Monday evening, but check with the choirmaster first - with low numbers currently this first hour does not always run. The adult members of the choir join the juniors at 7.30pm, and the practice ends some time after 8.30.

The only qualifications needed for entry are (a) an ability to read words reasonably fluently, and (b) a willingness to join in and learn. We will teach the music and singing.

Sunday duties include a practice at 10.00am before the service at 11.00. This ends around 12.00. Evensong tends usually to be attended only by the adult members except for around 5 or 6 occasions during the year when we request a full choir, and we sing specially prepared music. Other midweek services are rare, one important occasion being 7.30 on Good Friday.
The choir also currently has vacancies for adult singers in all sections. The musical programme demands for the adults a fair competence at sight-reading, and a voice that will blend well.

For further details, please don't hesitate to contact the choirmaster, Dr. Geoffrey Lockwood, 5 Sheffield Road,
New Mill, Huddersfield HD7 7EL

Joining the choir gives children many opportunities, including:

• learning to read music

• learning to sing properly. This is especially helpful to
  children learning to play instruments. We also encourage children to play their instruments in church from time to time.

• learning to work as part of a team - choir singing requires disciplined teamwork.

• Choir outings from time to time. (e.g. in the past we
  have visited Flamingoland, Alton Towers, Lightwater
  Valley, Blackpool, uperbowl, Metrodome, etc. etc.)