The Diocese of Leeds has the largest church programme of choral music for young people in the United Kingdom. In total it maintains 53 choirs comprising some 1800 children meeting weekly. There are 42 school choirs, five boys' choirs, four girls' choirs and two adult choirs. more »
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Twelve catholic primary schools in the city of Leeds receive singing classes from a Cathedral Choral Director every week. Three primary schools in Harrogate are also part of the programme.
Usually, whole classes are taught during the school day according to year groups. In some schools though chamber choirs have been formed and after school rehearsals complement the work done during the school day. The aim is to enthuse all of the children - even the reluctant singers - while improving their vocal and musical skills. Fun warm-ups, musical games and a wide variety of repertoire including hymns, folk songs and Taize chants are useful in this process. Children are also prepared for events such as assemblies, masses, concerts and carol services.
In Leeds, the schools singing programme is led by Lucy Haigh, and in Harrogate by Tom Leech.
To join the choirs and for all other
enquiries please contact:
Mrs Peyee Chen
Music Administrator
Leeds Cathedral
Great George Street
Leeds LS2 8BE
Tel: 0113 244 8634
Email: click here