Come and join us!
Are you looking to join an orchestra or a choir? Whether you sing or play HMS will be pleased to welcome you. All we ask of our members is that they should be enthusiastic and committed.
New Chorus members are welcome at any time (sopranos, altos, tenors and basses) and unlike some choirs we do not hold formal auditions. Here is a special message from our Chorus Master, Tom Lydon, himself an accomplished singer:"We are an ambitious symphonic chorus (think LSO in the Home Counties), that offers an unrivalled opportunity to perform masterpieces from across music history. Don’t worry, there are no scary auditions; all it takes is a sit down with our chorus master to talk about your voice, however it comes, and a quick look at where you are with it and where it sits. All abilities welcome, do join us to perform some of the most beautiful music ever written."
The orchestra welcomes high standard new players in most sections and there are no auditions for string players.; auditions will be required for wind/brass vacancies. Other instrumentalists are welcome to inquire about extra playing and deputising opportunities.
We rehearse together from September to May on Monday evenings from 7.30pm, orchestra and chorus initially working separately but coming together to rehearse as we approach a concert. In June, we also meet for a number of Summer Sessions (open rehearsals), working with invited conductors.
HMS Members pay an annual subscription which we use to cover our regular rehearsal costs (Hire of rehearsal venues, professional help). This covers all rehearsals (apart for the summer sessions) along with all the necessary music parts and scores. We don't want anyone to feel unable to make music with us for financial reasons, and so bursaries and payment plans are available on request.
Get in touch with us:
- Orchestra Secretary:
- Chorus Secretary:
