Faversham Choral Society is an open access choir of mixed voices of all ages.
The Society was established in 1966 by the late Fred Ash and was an amalgamation of several
small singing groups in the area. The aim has always been
to provide a friendly atmosphere for people who enjoy
singing, to get together and perform a wide variety of
works from oratorio through operetta to madrigals, part
songs and carols.
The Society
is a charitable organisation that relies solely on
contributions generated by concerts throughout Kent. The
proceeds from the concerts help to maintain the running
of the choir and thus enable them to give performances in
aid of other local charities such as Demelza House
Children’s Hospice. We are, at present
investigating the possibility of sponsorship by local
businesses to help with the increasing cost of these
performances.
The Society
presents three main concerts annually and are fortunate
to perform locally, with soloists and instrumentalists at
the Chapel adjoining the Faversham Alms Houses, St Mary's
of Charity Parish Church and the Alexander Centre in
Faversham.
Concerts
are presented in the spring, summer and at Christmas.
Also a roaming band of carollers brings a Christmas
spirit to the town.
Fund
raising occasions, for example, wine and wisdom evenings,
are held during the year to help with the Society’s
finances. Information regarding tickets can be obtained
by telephoning our secretary, Pat Read 01795 538882 or
alternatively by e-mail:-
New members, especially men, are always welcome - no entrance auditions are required, just a love for singing!