Salford Choral Society was originally founded in 1947 at the instigation of Salford Council officials as the cultural life of the area blossomed after the war. It has grown to become a leading choir in the North West and now comprises some 100 enthusiastic singers from all areas of Greater Manchester. An independent society run by its members, the choir takes every opportunity to play an active part in the local community, and participated in the Salford Charter Festival, the Centenary Celebrations of the Manchester Ship Canal, and the Chapel Street Mayfest. As well as performing four main concerts a year and a Christmas Concert, the Society is able to promote special events, drawing in other large local choirs where appropriate. These have included: Wagners Mastersingers Act 3 with international opera stars at the Free Trade Hall in 1993 Berlioz Grande Messe des Morts at The Bridgewater Hall in 1998 with three other choirs Verdi Requiem at the Bridgewater Hall in 2003 again with a choir of over 300. The Society published a history of the choirs first 50 years Wednesday Night is Choral Night and has also released a CD entitled Salford Sings.

Telephone: 0161-283 0622
Website: http://www.salfordchoral.org.uk/