Our choir isn't just about singing....

What happens when you join our choir? Well, apart from the obvious bits like attending rehearsals, learning a full programme to sing at concerts, getting kitted out in the uniform and so on….what else could there be?

Well…. You become part of a whole new family of people who love to do things together, outside of the choir setting, in smaller groups - like walking on the downs, painting, dancing, holidays…. to name but a few; the choir itself organises theatre trips, line dancing, meals out and picnics. You might also get to sing in a big theatre, with some big names; you might get to perform in a local music festival……we’ve got all sorts going on if you want to join in.

If you’re looking for a choir to join, come and find us for a whole new set of opportunities……. including the singing of course! Your Monday nights may never be the same again!

Charity News

Every year, before we start our vocal exercises at the beginning of the first rehearsal of the year, we announce our chosen beneficiary for the forthcoming programme of performances and events.  Choir members with an interest in a particular organisation, through personal experience, volunteering or choice, nominate their favourite local charity to whom our performance collection proceeds and other donations will go to at the end of the year.  All our suggestions are put into a “hat” and one is selected at random, the whole process being keenly overseen by a witness (inevitably with a camera running!).

 For 2023 Gill Chapple, who has been with Concentus since 2017, nominated Chestnut Tree House and theirs was the name pulled out of the hat at the beginning of the year;  Gill has been a volunteer fundraiser for them since 2011.

 Chestnut Tree House is a Children’s Hospice providing care for children and young people with life-limiting conditions in Sussex and South East Hampshire.  The choir not only donated retiring collection funds from its summer and Christmas performances but, with Gill organising it every week at rehearsals, ran a second-hand book and puzzle stall; they also held a cake sale at their two all day rehearsals prior to performances.  All of this led to a grand total of £2604.23 being collected.  Rehearsal time was given over to Jayne Todd from Chestnut Tree House to give her thanks and to accept the cheque from Adrian White, Musical Director, who presented it on behalf of the choir (pictured) on a recent Monday evening before rehearsals.

 For more details about event tickets, the choir and their concerts, please visit the Concentus website at www.concentus-sings.com or call the Box Office on 01323 912770 or email info@concentus-sings.com.

New Charity chosen for 2024

It is with great pleasure that we can announce our support this year for the Down Syndrome Development Trust, a cause very close to the hearts of the choir. Proceeds from post-concert collections and other choir activities will be collected throughout the coming year to be presented to the Trust early in 2025. Your attendance and donations at our concerts is always welcomed as we support these wonderful local causes.

Concentus Sings Christmas 2023 – concerts coming up!

From the Highlands to the South Sea Islands, from the Middle East to Western Europe, Concentus has got it covered with their music selection in their Christmas programme this year.  Trying to find something “a bit different” is what we strive for in our performances, and our Christmas concerts this year are no exception.

The first performance is on Saturday 9th December at the Baptist Church in Belgrave Road, Seaford, and the second on Saturday 16th December in St Saviour’s, South Street, Eastbourne.  Both performances commence at 4pm. With a mince pie and wine on offer at the interval, what better way to start off your Christmas festivities?  A warm welcome awaits you on the door.

Concert tickets are priced at £12 for adults (£14 on the door) and £6 (£7 on the door) for under-16’s, Under 5’s free; tickets for these events are available from: Box Office, 01323 912770; on the door; Newberry Tulley Estate Agents, 53 Church Street Seaford; Howden Insurance, 7-9 Cornfield Road, Eastbourne; Eastbourne Tourist Information Office or www.concentus.TICKETSOURCE.co.uk.

 

For more details about tickets, the choir and their concerts, please visit the Concentus website at www.concentus-sings.com or call the Box Office on 01323 912770 or email info@concentus-sings.com.