University Chorus

University Chorus is a large choir of between 150–200 singers and is one of the longest-standing ensembles at the University. They perform large works for choir, and regularly collaborate with organists and small ensembles from across the city.

Recent highlights include performances of music written for choir and organ by composers including Kodály, Elgar, Vaughan Williams, and John Rutter. The University Chorus is directed by Julian Wilkins, and has Professor Simon Halsey, Director of Choral Activities, as its Artistic Director.

Rehearsals for University Chorus also act as a platform for the MA Choral Conducting students, who occasionally lead warm-ups or take sectional rehearsals.

University Chorus is an un-auditioned community choir, open to singers of all experience levels. At present, the majority of the choir is made up of members of the local community, students, and staff from campus.