Interested in advertising with us?

Advertise with us

Subscribe to trusted local news

In a time of both misinformation and too much information, quality journalism is more crucial than ever. By subscribing, you can help us get the story right.

  • Subscription costs less than £1 a week with an annual plan.

Already a subscriber? Log in here.

06

Sept 2021

Last Updated: 06/09/2021
Community
Community

Harrogate Male Voice Choir to resume meeting after 18 months

by Thomas Barrett

| 06 Sept, 2021
Comment

0

The choir, which dates back to 1969, was forced to practice over Zoom during the pandemic. They will now meet every Tuesday night at Woodlands Methodist Church in Harrogate. 

screenshot-2021-09-06-at-10-24-55

Harrogate Male Voice Choir will resume face-to-face practice tomorrow night for the first time since March last year.

The choir began in October 1969 but members were forced to practice over Zoom during the pandemic.

It will meet at 7.30pm every Tuesday at Woodlands Methodist Church in Harrogate.

Lawrie Coulthard, who has sung in the choir for several years, said Zoom hadn't been the same.

"You can't sing all at once. It's not conducive to group singing"


The choir, which had about 50 regulars pre-pandemic, will welcome a new musical director, Richard Kay.

Covid precautions include ensuring all singers are doubled jabbed.



Read more:






Mr Coulthard said he's looking forward to meeting his friends face-to-face after a long absence. He said the first hymn sung is likely to be Softly and Tenderly.

He added:

"We're absolutely excited. We're all going to be a bit rusty but it will be fantastic.
"It's not just singing, it's a social event too. It's a fellowship."


If you are interested in joining the choir, contact Lawrie Coulthard on 07905515492 or lawriecoulthard@hotmail.co.uk