File CHO/2 - Communications with members

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CHO/2

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Communications with members

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  • 1972-1976 (Creation)

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(1960s-1976)

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York Celebrations Choir was formed in the 1960s out of a desire to amalgamate York's many small and medium-sized choirs. The aim was to create a 'choir of large forces which would be able to undertake major choral works.' The plan was to have around 400 voices. After a series of meetings the choir was formed and the first concert took place on 7 November 1970 in York Minster. The choir became a major element of the York 1900th celebrations in 1971.

The choir took part in numerous concerts and had nine appearances on Yorkshire Television's Stars on Sunday programme. This led to formal recordings, and the release of three LPs.

The choir formally ceased to exist in 1976.

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Includes newsletters to members, and arrangements for various concert performances, including at the Royal Albert Hall.

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  • English

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