Choral Societies

Horsley Choral Society (HCS) has been in existence since the 1920's, although then known as 'Horsley Glee Club'!  Singing is an ageless pursuit, you are never too young or too old to join a choir, and the benefits physically, mentally and socially cannot be underestimated.

HCS is a very friendly mixed voice choir of around 60 members singing a wide variety of choral and other music at their concerts and by invitation at local public and private events. Elspeth Wyllie took up the baton as Musical Director in September 2025 bringing with her a wealth of choral experience as does talented HCS accompanist, Matthew Rickard.

The choir has toured Europe as well as regularly singing at local events and by private invitation. HCS also enjoys collaborations with other choirs which have included performances at GLive and The Theatre in the Woods at West Horsley Place.

HCS competes and performs at the Leith Hill Music Festival, one of England’s leading choral events held annually at Dorking Halls and was competition winner in 2024 and 2025.  As a member choir, LHMF dictates that no auditions are permitted and so there is no pressure to ‘perform’ before you join! All the choir asks is that you can hold a tune and have a love of music.

Rehearsals run from 8pm - 10pm every Monday during term time at East Horsley Village Hall. All new members of all voice parts are welcome. Come and try some free taster rehearsals one Monday.