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‘A chamber choir, with around 26 members, based in Kilbarchan, Renfrewshire. We perform a wide range of music, ranging from individual pieces to larger scale choral works, from early music and madrigals to 20th century and contemporary works, from classical music to folk music, especially Scottish folk music, and arrangements of popular works by artists such as Simon and Garfunkel. We rehearse on Mondays, and perform two concerts a year.’

Founded 1930: ‘The choir was originally one which only performed oratorios but over the years the choir’s repertoire has been increased considerably to include other major classical works as well as much lighter pieces and also music from the major musicals ... In addition to our own concerts, we occasionally take part in massed choir concerts ... New members are very welcome and there are no auditiions’.

‘A celebration of music and literature with a diverse programme of more than 120 events over ten days.’ Held Late May.

‘Cathy Nelson set up her own company in 2006 after twenty years working in both the orchestra and agency world. Her focus is primarily composers, frequently working in collaboration with a publisher. She aims to provide long-term advice, guidance and practical support to enable artists to achieve their potential world-wide.‘

‘Originally formed in 1950 under the auspices of the Doncaster Co-operative Society ... The group was initially made up of young female singers and then went under the title The Doncaster Wheatsheaf Girls Choir ... Early in 1993 the decision was made to rename the group The Doncaster Wheatsheaf Singers in order to recognise the increasing age range of its loyal members - many of whom had joined as young girls and remain with them today. However, the group still actively encourages young members to join them.’

Founded 1996: ‘Since its foundation, Iffley Music Society has offered an exciting and eclectic range of music - from choral ensembles to piano solos, string quartets to accordion, and much more. We are dedicated to providing opportunities for young musicians starting their professional careers ... Concerts take place in the beautiful 12th century Church of St Mary the Virgin, or in our historic Church Hall. Iffley Village is easily reached from central Oxford, and is close to the Thames footpath. Plentiful on-street parking is available’.

WHO represents WHOM ‘Classical Music Artists aims to be the most reliable and up-to-date source of representational and management information for classical musicians around the world ... Published jointly by the Association Européenne des Agents Artistiques and the International Artists Managers' Association.’

‘The world’s only improvising opera company ... With an entirely new show every night, fresh from six brilliantly inventive minds and voices, Impropera can make a musical production about absolutely anything. With a bit of help from the audience in the way of suggested phrases, words or scenarios, Impropera draws you into their world of diverse characters - perhaps a chorus girl who never gets the part, a rapper, a parking attendant, or a pompous barrister; sung with profound emotional commitment and comedic verve.’

‘Started ... as just one choir meeting in Westbury Park, GGCC is now four choirs meeting in different parts of Bristol. Although locations have changed, faces have changed, the ethos of who we are hasn't. We are a choir for absolutely anyone to join. We have no auditions. No previous experience is required, you just need to enjoy singing! There is no membership fee either, we just ask for voluntary donations to help cover our costs.‘

‘Formed in 1998 following a successful performance of the Verdi Requiem on the stage of the National Eisteddfod at Bridgend ... We are a friendly mixed Community Choir with a wide musical repertoire. We travel abroad on choir trips and enjoy many social functions. No auditions or ability to sight-read needed.‘

Annual Festival in Folkestone organized by and featuring the Sacconi String Quartet alongside other internationally renowned artists. Held Mid May.

‘The loan of Hall for Cornwall’s grand piano to St Mary’s Church, Penzance has caused an explosion of musical activity in West Cornwall, creating fantastic new opportunities to experience the very best in live music in this exceptional building – in the heart of the beautiful seaside town of Penzance. Our programme includes a variety of reasonably priced concerts, with quality, youth and community taking centre stage ... Traditional church music is very important here. The present grand organ comes from the university church in Oxford and is now undergoing major renovation. The church is in constant use by musicians, artists, schools. We play host to a wide range of musical events throughout the year. A SPARK worker ( Spirituality and Arts ) helps to organise events to help us think about God through the creative arts.’

‘Come and enjoy superb classical vocal and instrumental performances with visiting international soloists. We combine music which is familiar with some surprises - often poetry too. The recitals are friendly, inclusive and entrance is free - arrive at any time that suits you and bring your own lunch.’

‘The Martin Musical Scholarship Fund, administered by the Philharmonia Orchestra, has given invaluable support to countless young musicians since 1968. Its anonymous founder and benefactor provided enough money to enable exceptionally talented students to bridge the difficult gap between full-time study and professional status ... With the support of its donors and after an extensive review, the Philharmonia Orchestra re-designed the scheme in 2016 to form the Philharmonia MMSF Instrumental Fellowship Programme. This is a more enhanced offer for young musicians, supporting those instrumentalists who are specifically seeking an orchestral career and connecting them to the wider life of the Philharmonia and the expertise within its membership.‘

‘We are a Reading-based mixed voice chamber choir, formed in 2009 by a group of experienced singers wanting to sing, have fun and raise funds for good causes, with over £11000 raised so far! The group gives concerts at churches across Reading, as well as carol singing for local charities, and regularly gives concerts at St Mary's in Slough as part of the Saturday Lunchtime Concert Series. We were delighted to be asked to take part in the 1500th concert ... Our repertoire comprises sacred and secular music from the 13th century to the present day, by composers from Palestrina to Rodgers and Hammerstein!

Based in Swadlincote, nestled at the southern tip of Derbyshire, England, Gresley takes its name from the Parish of Church Gresley nearby, where the choir was born in 1904. The choir has over 50 members and fulfills on average 22 engagements a year performing for a range of societies from small groups, churches to national bodies, and has toured extensively, in the U.K., Ireland, Europe and U.S.A. including a number of choir exchange visits.

Founded 1925: ‘Performs the major choral repertoire and normally has three concerts a year ... The choir membership is usually over 100 ... We do not audition new members; all you need is enthusiasm, although we do hope you can sing!   Basic understanding of music is a benefit, although not essential.  We are very keen to encourage new members to learn the delights of collective singing for two hours a week’.

‘A choir for girls aged between 10 and 18 years. We are based in the village of Charvil near Reading, Berkshire ...  We will be taking part in a number of concerts and events throughout the year.’

’Come and enjoy an evening's great music and entertainment from some of the UK's finest musicians, vocalists and entertainers, in the comfortable surroundings of Ollerton's Jubilee Hall - with each show having a unique and diverse range of music for all.‘

‘One of the world’s leading vocal ensembles for new music ... based in London and draws its singers from among the UK’s brightest vocal talents. EXAUDI’s special affinity is for the radical edges of contemporary music, at home equally with maximal complexity, microtonality and experimental aesthetics ... EXAUDI is also strongly involved with the emerging generation of young composers, and regularly takes part in composer development schemes and residencies.’

The Company was founded in 1995 to perform at the International Gilbert and Sullivan Festival - held Mid August, in recent years in Harrogate, Yorkshire. As well as professional performances, ‘the Festival brings together a wonderful mix of leading amateur performing groups who compete for the coveted Festival Champion’s Trophy’. In additional to its performances at the Festival, the Company tours productions in a number of venues before and after the Festival itself: ‘The Opera Company is completely self-sufficient and does not receive a penny of public funding. I don’t think there are many other opera companies of a similar stature who can say that today!’

‘Founded in 1964 and is still based in the village of Kemsing in Kent.  The choir gives at least four main concerts each year in the Kemsing and Sevenoaks area ...The choir's large repertoire includes major choral classics, but we are not a choral society.  Our programmes are built to a theme and consist of several shorter items in a range of styles.  Many of these pieces are on the lighter side of classical music or are contemporary arrangements of songs and carols with opera and musicals also represented.  Singers and audiences alike enjoy the variety.’

‘Official ceremonial hall of the University of Oxford and venue for concerts, lectures and events ... Constructed between 1664 and 1669 and funded by Gilbert Sheldon, Warden of All Souls College and later Archbishop of Canterbury, the Sheldonian Theatre is the first major design of Sir Christopher Wren. The original roof, hailed as a masterpiece of architectural design, is made up of a series of timber trusses and complicated cross beams supported by braces and screws without any columns.’