Choirs Collection

Shirley Bassey performing at the Cor World Choir concert at Cardiff Arms Park, 29th May 1993

Coventry has been represented by a school and the Youth Orchestras Brass Section in a recording of BBCs Radio Fours schools programme Together

Choir singing, Sunday celebration at the Celestial Church of Christ, Missessinto, Atlantique, Benin, West Africa, Africa

Dennis O Neil performing at the Cor World Choir concert at Cardiff Arms Park, 23rd May 1992

Tom Jones performing at the Cor World Choir concert at Cardiff Arms Park, 23rd May 1992

Conductor Owain Arwel Hughes at the Cor World Choir concert at Cardiff Arms Park, 29th May 1993

Cor World Choir concert at Cardiff Arms Park, 23rd May 1992

The launch of the Cor World Choir event to be held at Cardiff Arms Park on the 23rd May 1992. The launch was held at Cardiff Castle, left to right are, organiser David Wyndham-Lewis

Organiser of the Cor World Choir event, David Wyndham-Lewis, to be held at Cardiff Arms Park on the 23rd May 1992. February 1992

The youngest and oldest singers Aled Thomas (14) of Brecon and Frank Lock (96) pictured at the National Stadium Cardiff Arms Park during preparations for the Cor World Choir concert at Cardiff Arms

James Hirst, 84, retires after over 70 years as the chorister at Kirkheaton Parish Church, Friday 8th February 1985. Mr Hirst joined the choir aged 6

Queen Elizabeth II chats to the choirboys during a visit to Hexham Abbey 1st July 1974

Choir of the French Church, Savoy, Bloomsbury
A Depiction of the female choir from the French Church of the Savoy, Bloomsbury, singing from a hymnal book. It was an all girl's choir from Westminster School. Date: 1885

The Coronation of the Virgin (oil on panel)
829081 The Coronation of the Virgin (oil on panel) by Cornelis, Albert (c.1500-32); Sint-Jacobskerk, Bruges, Belgium; © Art in Flanders

Christ with Singing and Music-Making Angels (oil on oak panel)
471492 Christ with Singing and Music-Making Angels (oil on oak panel) by Memling, Hans (c.1433-94); 164x212 cm; Koninklijk Museum voor Schone Kunsten, Antwerp

Christ with Singing and Music-Making Angels (oil on oak panel)
471493 Christ with Singing and Music-Making Angels (oil on oak panel) by Memling, Hans (c.1433-94); 164x212 cm; Koninklijk Museum voor Schone Kunsten, Antwerp

Christ with Singing and Music-Making Angels (oil on oak panel)
471491 Christ with Singing and Music-Making Angels (oil on oak panel) by Memling, Hans (c.1433-94); 164x212 cm; Koninklijk Museum voor Schone Kunsten, Antwerp

Choral meeting, Manchester (engraving)
5231043 Choral meeting, Manchester (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Choral meeting, Manchester)

Musical Instruction of the Blind in the Paris Blind School (engraving)
1057532 Musical Instruction of the Blind in the Paris Blind School (engraving) by Linton, James Dromgole (1840-1916); Private Collection; (add.info)

An Australian Innovation in the Church Service (engraving)
1046578 An Australian Innovation in the Church Service (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Australian Innovation in the Church Service)

National Concerts at Her Majestys Theatre, the Berlin Choir (engraving)
1096992 National Concerts at Her Majestys Theatre, the Berlin Choir (engraving) by Anelay, Henry (1817-83); Private Collection; (add.info.: National Concerts at Her Majestys Theatre)

Famous Tenors (colour litho)
820189 Famous Tenors (colour litho) by Wain, Louis (1860-1939) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Famous Tenors. Illustration of cats singing by Louis Wain.); Look and Learn / Elgar Collection

The Choir, Westminster Abbey (colour litho)
733572 The Choir, Westminster Abbey (colour litho) by Flower, Charles Edwin (1871-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Choir, Westminster Abbey)

A characteristic ceremony for the appointment of five new cardinals, adoration at the Altar... (colour litho)
2783758 A characteristic ceremony for the appointment of five new cardinals, adoration at the Altar... (colour litho) by Beltrame

The Village Choir at Rehearsal (engraving)
1626089 The Village Choir at Rehearsal (engraving) by Ridley, Matthew White (1837-88) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Village Choir at Rehearsal)

The Annual Choral Meeting of Metropolitan Schools at the Crystal Palace (engraving)
1099150 The Annual Choral Meeting of Metropolitan Schools at the Crystal Palace (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Viennese Children, at Her Majestys Theatre (engraving)
1095495 The Viennese Children, at Her Majestys Theatre (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Viennese Children, at Her Majestys Theatre)

Festival of the London Gregorian Choral Association in St Pauls Cathedral (engraving)
587391 Festival of the London Gregorian Choral Association in St Pauls Cathedral (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Postcard with an image of the Choir Ambulatory in Westminster Abbey (photo)
603614 Postcard with an image of the Choir Ambulatory in Westminster Abbey (photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Postcard with an image of the interior of the Choir of Westminster Abbey (photo)
603612 Postcard with an image of the interior of the Choir of Westminster Abbey (photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Postcard with an image of the Choir at Westminster Abbey (photo)
603592 Postcard with an image of the Choir at Westminster Abbey (photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The First of May at Oxford, the Choir of Magdalen College Welcoming the Rising Sun with a Hymn (engraving)
1045099 The First of May at Oxford, the Choir of Magdalen College Welcoming the Rising Sun with a Hymn (engraving) by Hall

The Reopening of Colston Hall, Bristol, the Orchestra at the Inaugural Performance (b / w photo)
1600423 The Reopening of Colston Hall, Bristol, the Orchestra at the Inaugural Performance (b/w photo) by English Photographer

St Georges Chapel, Windsor Castle (colour photo)
3095375 St Georges Chapel, Windsor Castle (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Georges Chapel, Windsor Castle)

Chapel, Eton College (b / w photo)
3094965 Chapel, Eton College (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chapel, Eton College. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Interior of Westminster Abbey (photo)
603599 Interior of Westminster Abbey (photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Westminster Abbey, the choir looking east, in Westminster)

Choirboys (pencil & crayon on paper)
AGN271148 Choirboys (pencil & crayon on paper) by Nasmyth, Alexander (1758-1840) (attr. to); 19.7x28.3 cm; Private Collection; Photo eAgnew s, London; Scottish, out of copyright

Choral Festival at Peterborough, the Choirs singing the First Hymn at the Western Door of the Cathedral (engraving)
1620426 Choral Festival at Peterborough, the Choirs singing the First Hymn at the Western Door of the Cathedral (engraving) by English School

The Christmas Anthem (engraving)
1595935 The Christmas Anthem (engraving) by Jacomb-Hood, George Percy (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Christmas Anthem)

"The March of the Men of Harlech, "the Welsh Choir Singing before the Queen at Windsor Castle (litho)
1615264 " The March of the Men of Harlech, " the Welsh Choir Singing before the Queen at Windsor Castle (litho) by Wright

York Minster (b / w photo)
3096603 York Minster (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: York Minster. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Johann Sebastian Bach (colour litho)
3095858 Johann Sebastian Bach (colour litho) by Friedrich, Otto (1862-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Johann Sebastian Bach)

Chapel, Eton College (colour photo)
3094949 Chapel, Eton College (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chapel, Eton College. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

The Village Choir rehearsing the Christmas Anthem (engraving)
1102960 The Village Choir rehearsing the Christmas Anthem (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Village Choir rehearsing the Christmas Anthem)

St Davids Hall, Cardiff, Wales. Tuesday 8th March 1983. Pictured, pupils from the Coed Y Gof Welsh Primary School, Fairwater

St Davids Hall, Cardiff, Wales. Saturday 20th December 1986. Pictured, the scene at the BBC Wales Carol Celebration. St Davids Hall is the National Concert Hall and Conference Centre of Wales

St Davids Hall, Cardiff, Wales. 19th November 1989. St Davids Hall is the National Concert Hall and Conference Centre of Wales

Lord Mayors City of London choristers singing in their traditional Elizabethan robes at St Michael Paternoster Royal College at College Hill, London. February 1939

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Choirs have long been an integral part of Coventry's vibrant music scene. From school choirs to the Youth Orchestra, this city has seen its fair share of talented vocal ensembles. One such choir singing their hearts out is the Sunday celebration at the Celestial Church of Christ. Their harmonious voices fill the air with joy and praise, creating a spiritual experience for all who listen. In Painswick Clipping, a renowned choir from Coventry showcases their exceptional talent at various events across the country. Their performances are nothing short of mesmerizing, leaving audiences in awe. The Choir of the French Church in Savoy, Bloomsbury is another gem that adds to Coventry's rich choral tradition. Their melodic renditions transport listeners to a different time and place, evoking emotions like no other. At the Cor World Choir concert held at Cardiff Arms Park on 23rd May 1992, musical legends took center stage. Dennis O'Neil's powerful voice captivated everyone present while Tom Jones brought his signature charm and energy to electrify the crowd. Conductor Owain Arwel Hughes led these talented singers with finesse and passion during the Cor World Choir concert. His guidance ensured that every note resonated perfectly throughout Cardiff Arms Park. Even Shirley Bassey graced this prestigious event with her iconic presence and soul-stirring performance. Her timeless voice echoed through every corner of Cardiff Arms Park, leaving an indelible mark on all those fortunate enough to witness it. Organized by David Wyndham-Lewis, the launch of Cor World Choir was met with great anticipation and excitement among music enthusiasts in Coventry. This event promised to be a celebration of unity through song and showcased some truly remarkable talents from around the world. Amongst these incredible performers were Aled Thomas (14) from Brecon - representing youthfulness - and Frank Lock (96), showcasing wisdom gained over a lifetime.