The Choir
Kidderminster Male Choir dates back more than a century, having been formed in 1904. Throughout our long history we have entertained audiences not only in the West Midlands but throughout the United Kingdom and Abroad.
Our one hundredth birthday was celebrated with a sensational sell out concert at Birmingham’s prestigious Symphony Hall. Other British venues where we have performed include the Royal Albert Hall, London, Millennium Stadium and St David’s Hall, Cardiff and the Alexandra Theatre in Birmingham.
We are most fortunate to have three long term sponsors who support us financially and we are most grateful to:
- David Adam- Adam Carpets Ltd, Kidderminster
- David Bishop- Jordan House Investments Ltd, Bewdley
- Wyre Forest District Council- Commercial and Leisure Services
The Choir is registered with and a member of:
- The National Association of Choirs (NAC)
- The Welsh Association of Male Choirs (WAMC)
Our Professionals
The success of the choir is due to hard work and commitment of its singing members however the people we refer to as "our professionals" make a fundamental contribution to our performance standards and the high quality which we maintain. The professionals are our Musical Director and his Deputy together with our Principal Accompanist and her Deputy. Below is a brief profile of each of the team.
Musical Director - David Barclay
David, who studied at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama, was appointed Musical Director of Kidderminster Male Choir, in 2005. Since that time he has also accepted the position of Musical Director with Pershore Town Choir and in September 2008 was offered a place as Principal Cantoris Tenor Lay Clerk at Worcester Cathedral.
Deputy Musical Director - Steve Singleton
Steve was appointed Deputy Musical Director in June 2010. He joined the Choir in January 1992 and when not conducting sings bass. Steve also sings in a barbershop quartet and in his time has also played the pipe organ and tenor horn in a brass band but not at the same time!
Principal Accompanist - Maureen Bowkett
Maureen has held her position since 1994 and enjoys being part of the vibrant Kidderminster Male Choir were she takes great pride in accompanying and supporting "the lads". She declares one simple aim as Accompanist and that is to complement the performance of the Choir through her interpretation of the musical scores.
Deputy Accompanist - Margaret Tillott
Margaret studied the piano with Bloye Gilbert in Harrow and at Goldsmiths College, London University. Margaret has been Deputy Accompanist for over ten years