2007 has been an exciting and memorable year. Jozik Koc, who took over the baton from Jane Pendry in January 2006, has definitely made his mark on Hailsham Choral Society. In March the choir performed Rossini’s Petit Messe Solenelle at St Saviour and St Peter’s Church Eastbourne. It was an outstanding performance and received many favourable and complimentary tributes from the audience. In June we performed our annual Summer Concert in the Hailsham Community Hall, we performed again in the Community Hall as part of The Hailsham Arts Festival and found a new “Hailsham Audience”. We were also invited to sing at All Saints Church, Eastbourne as the supporting choir for their “Wesley Celebration” evening. In November we sang Mendlessohn’s “Elijah” again at St Saviour and St Peter’s Church. This performance was especially orchestrated for strings, two organs and timpani. In this way the stunning singing by the choir which was full of drama and pathos and the sympathetic interpretation of the dynamics which were so convincingly conveyed through the mesmerising conducting of Jozik, gave the audience a beautiful and enthralling evening.
We hold two workshops each year in February and October as a preparation for our major concerts. These are held in Arlington Village Hall, a favoured location due to the good facilities and friendly ambience of the hall and to the proximity of 'The Yew Tree Inn' 50 yards down the road!
We have held some enjoyable social and fund raising events during the year. Friendship and social interaction are an important part of Hailsham Choral Society. We feel that a happy choir is more likely to be a good choir.
We welcome new members and at present we would particularly welcome Tenors. As any singer knows, Tenors are like gold dust! If you would like to come and sample the music and social atmosphere of the society we would like to see you. Make your way to the Hailsham Community Hall any Thursday at 7.30pm. Just click on MEMBERS to see details of our rehearsals and planned concerts.
Please come and give us a try!