History

The chorus was formed in 1994 under the direction of well known local barbershopper Alwyn Pooley. He developed the chorus over several years until in 1999 Carol Lakin took over as musical director. During her time in charge the chorus became members of LABBS, the Ladies Association of British Barbershop Singers, and competed in their national competition for the first time, winning the trophy for the best novice chorus.

In 2003, under the direction of Jon Walker the chorus was delighted to qualify to sing at the association's national convention for the first time and also to win another trophy at Rothwell music festival.

Our present musical director, Anne Turner, has been in charge since September 2003. She has led the chorus to more successes at local festivals as well as expanding the repertoire.

The chorus has taken part in many interesting events over the years, including the 'musical beacon' for the Queen's golden jubilee on BBC1, and singing (in French) for Selby's town twinning association.  In 2005 the chorus won Arriva's 'Bag a Bus' competition and used the prize of a bus for a day to sing at Whitby Regatta. In September 2007 the chorus had their first international tour, to Carentan in Normandy, where they had a wonderful time.

This year the chorus has been fortunate enough to be taken under the hugely experienced wings of the White Rosettes from Leeds, who are one of England's top barbershop choruses.

We pride ourselves on being a friendly, welcoming chorus.