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Basingstoke Choral Society is inviting new members to join their upcoming season.

The choir is preparing for a programme featuring the works of both Joseph Haydn and his younger brother, Michael Haydn..  The season will end with a concert on Sunday, November 15, featuring Joseph Haydn's Nelson Mass and Michael Haydn's Requiem.  This concert presents a rare opportunity for many to experience Michael Haydn's music, which is not often performed.  New members have been invited to a social and rehearsal evening on Wednesday, September 2, at 7.30pm, at The Vyne School. This open evening offers potential members a chance to meet current choir members and participate in a rehearsal. Basingstoke Choral Society welcomes singers of all experience levels, whether they are seasoned choristers or returning after a break. Established for many years, the society is known for its concerts featuring a wide range of choral music, performed with professional soloists and an orchestra. Apart from the musical aspect, members also enjoy a sense of community and camaraderie each week. Interested individuals are encouraged to attend the open evening or contact the membership secretary for more information.

Further details about the choir can be found on their website,

What a wonderful evening. Our concert, A Celebration of Karl Jenkins, held at the magnificent Fairfield Halls in Croydon, was a night we will not forget in a hurry — and it seems our audience felt the same way.
The messages of appreciation we've had since Sunday:

• "The balance was perfect. It was a great concert — thank you for coming from Basingstoke."
• "It was absolutely fantastic. Parts had my sister-in-law in tears."
• "The choir had great energy and were smiling right to the end!"
• "We thoroughly enjoyed the concert — especially the second half!"
• "You should be very proud. It was brilliant."
• "Well done. It was great."
• "It was fab!"

We are deeply grateful to everyone who travelled to support us, and to all who have taken the time to share such kind words. This is exactly why we do what we do.

As we move into the final stretch before our next concert, things have naturally gone a little quieter on the news front — not because nothing is happening, but because so much of the work is now happening in rehearsals. Most of the planning and administration was completed well in advance, and we’re now fully focused on bringing the music to life.

The choir is sounding increasingly confident, and each rehearsal is adding that extra layer of polish that only comes with time, attention, and singing together. It’s always exciting to feel a programme settling into place, and we’re looking forward to sharing it with you very soon.

Thank you, as always, for your support and enthusiasm. The countdown has begun

Our preparations are well under way for our joint concert with the Croydon Philharmonic Choir on 19 April — full details are available on the Event Page. We’re delighted now to share the next set of confirmed performances in our calendar.

Sure on the Shining Night – An Evening of American Song

18 July 2026 All Saints Church, Odiham A summer celebration of American choral music, featuring radiant harmonies and uplifting melodies.  See the EVENT PAGE 

Joseph Haydn: Nelson Mass

Michael Haydn: Requiem

15 November 2026 The Anvil Two powerful and contrasting works from the Haydn brothers. See the Event Page for more information.

Handel: Messiah

17 April 2027 The Anvil A cornerstone of the choral repertoire and always a highlight of our season. See the Event Page for details.

We look forward to sharing these inspiring musical moments with you and hope you’ll join us for what promises to be a rich and memorable series of concerts.

And if you’d like the chance to sing extracts from Messiah with us — supported by expert vocal coaches — we’d be delighted to welcome you.  See EVENT PAGE