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New Conductor for the choir

Posted on May 15, 2023 by sbswebanne

Sheffield Bach Choir has appointed a new conductor following the retirement of Dr. Simon Lindley and a period of support from choir President Professor George Nicholson. Philip Collin starts in September 2023 – and the choir can’t wait! ‘We have … Continue reading →

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Choir seeks new Conductor

Posted on January 11, 2023 by sbswebanne

The Sheffield Bach Choir is seeking a new Conductor to take up post on 1st September 2023. The new post-holder will play a key role in shaping future programmes and supporting the Committee in identifying potential soloists. ‘We have enjoyed … Continue reading →

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Standing ovation for Messiah

Posted on December 7, 2022 by sbswebanne

Sheffield Bach Choir, along with friends from St Peter’s Singers and Sheffield Philharmonic Chorus, sang Handel’s Messiah on Monday evening, and the audience leapt to their feet in appreciation at the magnificent conclusion. ‘What a terrific performance! … With the … Continue reading →

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Brilliant evening of Bach

Posted on June 19, 2022 by sbswebanne

The “Brilliance of Bach” turned Saturday 18 June 2022 into a suitably brilliant evening. There had been some apprehension, because the choir are still recovering from the long shut down due to the pandemic and we were only able to … Continue reading →

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St Matthew Passion a triumph

Posted on March 9, 2022 by sbswebanne

The choir’s presentation of Bach’s magnificent St Matthew Passion was a triumph, with audience members on their feet at the end of this sumptuous work. The double choir and orchestra sang and played with assurance and accuracy, with venom and … Continue reading →

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Choir back in action!

Posted on January 17, 2022 by sbswebanne

Sheffield Bach Choir resumed rehearsals in January 2022, and are busy getting ready to present Bach’s fabulous St Matthew Passion in March. ‘We are now rehearsing more or less normally’ explained Chair Chris Walker ‘We are not having a break … Continue reading →

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Happy Centenary Dr Bullivant!

Posted on March 23, 2021 by sbswebanne

March 23 2021 marks the 100th anniversary of the birth in Rugby of Dr Roger Bullivant, who was Sheffield Bach Choir’s illustrious conductor for 40 years. Known to a vast number as a lecturer and teacher and to countless more … Continue reading →

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Dr Roger Bullivant Centenary

Posted on March 20, 2021 by sbswebanne

Dr Roger BullivantMBE, MA, BMus, DPhil [Oxon]; Hon D Mus [Sheffield] 23 March 1921 – 20 November 2004 With the centenary of the birth in Rugby on 23 March 2021 of legendary musician Dr Roger Bullivant fast approaching on Tuesday … Continue reading →

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Dr Bullivant’s centenary

Posted on March 18, 2021 by sbswebanne

Dr. Roger Bullivant, who was the choir’s conductor for around 40 years, was born on 23 March 1921. We plan to use our website to celebrate the centenary of Dr Bullivant, a most illustrious and celebrated musician and much loved … Continue reading →

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Choir sadly abandons season

Posted on December 7, 2020 by sbswebanne

It is with great sadness that Sheffield Bach Choir announces that it has had to abandon the two remaining concerts in the 71st season, due to the continuing coronavirus pandemic. ‘We were determined to go ahead with the final two … Continue reading →

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