Music at St John's
The Choir |
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musical tradition which is ably led by our choir. Our choir is one of
the oldest in the south west of Scotland, having been established in
the 1860's. It is affiliated to the Royal School of Church Music. In
addition to the regular services at St. John's (Sung Eucharist and
Evensong), the choir sings at weddings and concerts throughout the
year, and at the now traditional Christmas Eve Festival of Carols at
the Crichton Royal Church.
Membership of the choir, especially for children, encourages a high standard of self-discipline and provides a solid base for a future ability to read and perform music. The choir practises each Wednesday from 6.30pm. Children are encouraged to join, if they show musical promise. It is not necessary to have singing experience, but it is important that the child can sing in tune. Children receive a small allowance to cover expenses, according to attendance. it is desirable that you read music, but not essential. But it's not all work! The choir also goes on trips, has days out and enjoys going to school musical events and pantomimes. |
 Choir Master: Jamie Brand, B.Ed. (Mus), RSAMD |
The Organ and the Organist
On 27th May, we lost our organist of many years, and a great teacher of many generations of Dumfries musicians. Tom will be sorely missed. May he rest in peace. You can learn more about the St John's organ on the organ page. |
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Dumfries Music ClubPresident: Hilary Craig Vice-president: Luke Moloney More details are available from the Dumfries Music Club site. Concerts at St John's ChurchTickets for non-members £11.00, students £3.00, schoolchildren free
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