Newcastle University Chamber Choir

🎶 SING WITH US IN 2026/27! 🎶

Coming to Newcastle University this September, or already a student and looking for an opportunity to sing at a high level? Newcastle University Chamber Choir auditions are coming up!

We are one of Newcastle University’s leading auditioned vocal ensembles, bringing together committed singers from across the University to perform an exciting range of choral repertoire.

✨ What can you expect?
🎵 Major concerts throughout the year
🎵 Performances as part of Newcastle University Music Society concerts
🎵 A wide range of sacred and secular repertoire
🎵 Exciting performance opportunities across Newcastle and the wider North East
🎵 Challenging music and a strong focus on musical excellence

We pride ourselves on working towards the highest possible standard of ensemble singing. We’re looking for singers who are enthusiastic, musically confident and ready to commit to the choir - including preparing music independently so that rehearsals can focus on ensemble, interpretation, blend and musical detail.

🎶 Auditions will take place from 14 September and throughout Freshers’ Week.

Interested in joining us? Complete the Expression of Interest form in our bio to receive audition information and sign-up details.

We can’t wait to hear you! 🤍🎶

We are delighted to introduce our Accompanist - Harry Sullivan!

Originally from Norfolk, music has been part of Harry’s life for over 20 years. He has a BA in Music from Bangor University and an MLitt in Sacred Music from St Andrews, along with an Associateship of the Royal College of Organists. Harry has held organ scholarships at Exeter University, St German’s Cathedral Isle of Man, Bangor Cathedral, St Salvator’s Chapel in St Andrews, and St Mary’s Collegiate Church Warwick.

Harry moved to Newcastle last autumn to begin a PhD researching English pipe organs of the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries, initially at Northumbria University, transferring to Newcastle in April, working in collaboration with Newcastle Cathedral and the Royal College of Organists, supervised by Prof. Magnus Williamson.

Harry will be accompanying and assisting with rehearsals, and playing the organ for our concerts.

Are you a Newcastle University student with a passion for choral singing?

Expressions of interest are now open for Newcastle University Chamber Choir 2026/27. As the University’s premier music ensemble, Chamber Choir brings together committed singers from across all degree disciplines to perform an exciting and varied programme of choral music throughout the academic year. From intimate concerts to large-scale performances, members enjoy the opportunity to develop their musicianship while making music with a dedicated and supportive group of singers.

If you’d like to be part of the ensemble for the 2026/27 academic year, please complete the Expression of Interest form: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=yRJQnBa2wkSpF2aBT74-hzAEHN9QiN1Kr9Yfe3U7QbRURTBGMlVDWlpXTDVWSDYxV0xERDBHMUY4Ni4u . Open to UG (including Freshers), PG and PGR students. Following this, applicants will be invited to audition.

Feel free to DM us with any questions!

We are delighted to introduce our Manager - Alessia Lotto!

Alessia Lotto is the Soprano Scholar at St Andrew’s Church, Newcastle and works as Chorister Administrator and Supervisor at Newcastle Cathedral. Her musical journey began as a chorister at Liverpool Cathedral at the age of 11, where she later had the privilege of serving as Head Chorister. Since moving to Newcastle, she has continued to enjoy a wide range of choral opportunities, alongside her involvement in university ensembles.
Alongside her musical commitments, Alessia has recently completed her undergraduate degree in Biology, graduating with First Class Honours, and will now continue her studies with an MRes in Medical and Molecular Biosciences. She is excited for the year ahead and looks forward to another season of music-making with the Chamber Choir.