Would you like to compose a new anthem for your cathedral or chapel choir? Now is your chance. The 2026 chorister composition competition, in partnership with the David Willcocks Memorial Trust, is now open for entries.
On Saturday 29 November, King's College School Director of Music, Mr Randle, and Mr Reid (Organ teacher) drove to Nottingham to dismantle a small two-manual pipe organ and load it into a van to bring back to the school.
Welcome to the first issue of CantemUS!; the relaunched termly newsletter of the Choir Schools’ Association designed to celebrate the work of our choir schools and our association, highlight the achievements of our choristers and keep our whole community connected.
Many congratulations to Magdalen College School pupil Alastair who was crowned BBC Young Chorister of the Year, during a special programme presented by Aled Jones on BBC One, on Sunday 12 October.
The Choir Schools’ Association warmly congratulates Wells Cathedral Chorister Trust on the outstanding success of the Coronation Fund which will ensure that the life-changing opportunity of being a chorister remains open to all, regardless of financial means.
The Choir Schools’ Association is very sad to learn of the death of Katharine, HRH The Duchess of Kent. Her Royal Highness was the Association’s royal patron for many years, showing a keen interest in the education and welfare of choristers as part of her own passion for and commitment to music and education.
The Choir Schools’ Association warmly congratulates all former choristers who received their A Level results. We know that the dedication, resilience, and focus you developed as choristers have served you well in your academic journey — and the results are a testament to that.
St George’s School Windsor Castle has been shortlisted in the category of Independent Prep School of the Year at the 2025 Independent Schools of the Year Awards.
