A community gospel choir based in Southampton
We aim to sing at about 12 -15 events per year, such as festivals, fêtes, weddings, funerals, and of course concerts, singing with heart and voice in all manner of places within the area.
Hello!
We are a friendly bunch of people who get together to sing.
Actually there is a bit more to it than that.
Our repertoire includes a very wide range of music, not just traditional gospels and spirituals, but African songs, modern songs and standards. They are usually arranged specially for us by our director Penny Hastings in 4 part harmony.
Anyone can join.
There are no auditions!
You don't have to be a brilliant singer either.
Best of all there are no compulsory fees! (but we do accept donations to pay for the expenses such as the rehearsal hall)
...or even pretend
You don't have to be able to read music...
If you'd like to join in the fun, please drop us a message.
We formed in 1997, and practiced at the Central Hall in St. Mary St. Southampton for many years.
Click on the collage to see a short introductory film.
Moving Pictures!
In 2020 we moved our base away from Central Hall.
Our home is now St Alban's Church in Tulip Rd, Swaythling.
Latest News!
End of term Barbie
After our concert at the Art Gallery ( see Recent Events)
our final practice night was given over to a barbeque in the garden of our director, Penny.
Much food was brought to share and many calories were consumed.
It was nice to see a couple of members who have recently been unable to be with us due to work and other reasons.
Other News
All Aboard Festival postponed
until 31st August
Due to anticipated high winds the main part of the All Aboard festival was postponed
However we sang a short set at the wonderful "Pizza Pontune" as it was under cover, with an enthusiastic land based audience.
Report on the Recent Events page
We have accepted the offer to sing at the rearranged event on 31st Aug in Janaway Gardens, St. Deny's which delights under the name of the Janaway Jamboree. Click the poster for details.
Details are on the
Upcoming Events page
We have played a number of gigs for the first half of 2024 including a rather enjoyable birthday party and a set in a carpenter's workshop in St Deny's.
We have some other events in the
planning stage for autumn leading into Christmas.
If you'd like to join us to sing at events like these then just drop us a line.
We are always looking to sing in different places so if you have an event planned and you would like us to come along to sing, please contact us.
You can also find us on Facebook.
