Early in 2009 Hughie and Jenny Barford put into action a long held ambition of setting up a local choir for anyone who wanted to sing regardless of any previous experience or ability - from ages 16 to 70! 

A BBC radio appeal and advert placed in the 4 Locals magazine produced a large response-- the phone did not stop ringing! Within two weeks he had a list of around 80 people interested.

A date was set for a preliminary meeting in October 2009 where Hughie could  talk in some detail about his views and aspirations for the future, and to answer questions from attendees.

The evening finished with everyone participating in a short version of the Beach Boys song "In My Room" after which over 60 people signed up to join. Unfortunately more ladies than men! (an ongoing problem for all  choirs.)

Through hard work, commitment and loyalty from all members of the choir during this first year, the choir is now 50 strong and performed its sell-out début concert at the Masque Theatre in October 2010. 

We are very keen to attract more men into the choir, in particularly if you're a bass. If you, or someone you know, has often thought that you'd like to sing in a choir and enjoy a very rewarding past-time with like minded people, then please give us a call.

Voices Aloud is now two years old and is really going places. So far this year we have entered two competitions winning one of them. Our last performance was at the Masque Theatre Kettering - the response was fantastic.

Just to let you know some of the feedback that I heard -  “Stunning” and “Sensational”, “The singing was beautiful”, “ We felt they were all having fun and enjoying themselves whilst singing”,
“How do they remember all those words (referring to grease)“ .

We normally suggest that you come along and sit in on a couple of rehearsals - there's no pressure. For more information please call Margaret James on 07928 853763.

We are pleased to announce that the choir is available to perform at your next next special event. Perhaps it's a birthday, wedding or any other event that warrants something different, memorable and, yes special. We have a wide portfolio of songs so we are confident that we have something for everyone and every occasion.

If you'd like to discuss your requirements, please complete our contact us form with some background and we'll call you to discuss.

It is with deepest sympathy that we announce the death of Jenny Barford yesterday (12th July) after a long illness. If you would like to leave a message for Hughie and family click here.