At the heart of the Three Choirs Festival, and one of the elements which makes it so special, is the Three Choirs Festival Chorus. Made up of mainly amateur but auditioned singers from the local area, trained by professional directors, and working with world-class conductors, soloists and orchestral performers, the Chorus not only sings to a high standard but is also a real part of the community. It forms the centrepiece of many of our large-scale concerts in the cathedral and many members return to sing year after year.

"Everyone gets swept up in being part of something special and hugely significant"

The Chorus unites singers from across Gloucestershire, Herefordshire, and Worcestershire. The three contingents rehearse separately twice a week from early May and come together for massed rehearsals in the weeks running up to the festival at the end of July.

Join the Festival Chorus!

We're looking for experienced singers to join our Festival Chorus! Local to the Three Choirs and want to take to the stage with the Philharmonia Orchestra at Hereford 2025? We'd love to hear from you.

Audition Dates:

Saturday 9 November - morning
Thursday 14 November - evening
Thursday 21 November - evening
Saturday 23 November - morning
Thursday 28 November - evening

To find out more and apply, contact Penny McKay at herefordchorus@3choirs.org.

Please note, that applicants to this year's auditions will be joining the Hereford contingent of the chorus, and will be required to rehearse in Hereford.