friends of the music

Formed in 1978 by a group of choir men and parents of choristers The Friends of the Music started fund raising to support the running of the choirs by purchasing robes, hymn books, sheet music and other necessary items to ensure the efficient running of the choirs.

Over the years many thousands of pounds have been raised by means of jumble sales, concerts, sponsored events, quiz evenings, and in many other ways.

In addition to providing for the normal running costs of the choirs The Friends have:
 Purchased two pianos for the use of the Church
Sponsored choristers on music courses run by the Royal School of Church Music
 Paid for reading desks on the choir stalls
 Paid for the employment of an Organ Scholar and an Assistant Organist
 Contributed a significant amount to the amplification system at St. Alphege Church
 Subsidised choristers on choir weeks away

In addition to the education of the youngsters in our choirs, one of the main objectives of The Friends is the maintenance of the very wonderful choral tradition of cathedral style music at the Parish Church. This tradition, which has died out in so many parishes across our country, still thrives at the Parish Church, but needs continual financial support to do so.

We therefore invite you to become a member of the Friends of the Music. Find out about joining by emailing the Chairman, John Emmett. Your joining us would be much appreciated and will help to ensure the maintenance of our fine choral tradition.