The sound of praise
Music has lifted worship at St Mary's for generations — from the choir's anthems to the great voice of the Hill organ.
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Where words take wing
Singing is at the heart of worship at St Mary's. Our choir leads the Parish Eucharist each Sunday and sings Evensong through the month, drawing on the great treasury of Anglican church music — from plainsong and Tudor polyphony to the finest hymns.
Sing with St Mary's Choir
Our friendly choir sings at the 10am Parish Eucharist and leads Choral and Sung Evensong on the first and third Sundays of the month. We rehearse regularly and welcome new singers of all voices.
Whether you are an experienced chorister or simply love to sing, there is a warm welcome and a place for you in the stalls. The ability to read music helps, but enthusiasm matters most.
Enquire about joiningThe Chorister Programme
We are building a flourishing chorister programme for children and young people — a wonderful way to make friends, learn musicianship and be part of something bigger.
Learn to sing
Choristers develop their voices, learn to read music and grow in confidence — skills that last a lifetime.
Belong to a team
Being a chorister means friendship, teamwork and the joy of making music together, week by week.
Take part
From Sunday services to seasonal celebrations, choristers play a real part in the life and worship of the church.
We warmly welcome enquiries from families and prospective choristers. To find out more about auditions and joining, please get in touch.
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A voice of 1860
St Mary's is home to a distinguished three-manual organ built by William Hill in 1860, one of the great English organ builders of the Victorian age. Housed in a fine carved Gothic case, it has accompanied the church's worship for more than 160 years.
The instrument was rebuilt in 1985 and comprehensively refurbished in 2016, ensuring its magnificent sound will lead praise for generations to come. It is regularly heard not only in services but in recitals and concerts throughout the year.
Hear it in concert
Lend your voice
Singers, ringers, instrumentalists and young choristers — there are many ways to share in the music of St Mary's. We would love to hear from you.