Halifax Choral Society

12/06/2026

The Breath of Life is a new cantata by Classic FM Hall of Fame composer, Matthew Coleridge . Inspired by seeing the world through the eyes of children, with their sense of wonder and amazement, this music has everything - cinematic climaxes, moments of reflection and tunes that you will be humming for days. You will hear stars shining in the sky and waves on the sea, and even a powerful thunderstorm - with lots of percussion!
Special Guest Conductor Matthew Coleridge
🗓Saturday July 4th 7:30 pm
📌Halifax Minster

10/06/2026

Calling all fans of Matthew Coleridge ! We are thrilled to welcome Matthew to Halifax to conduct one of the first full concert performances of The Breath Of Life! If you have enjoyed singing in one of Matthew’s workshops, or heard his music in Classic FM's Hall of Fame, you will not want to miss this! Matthew's piece forms part of our richly varied summer concert, celebrating life, nature and renewal. The Breath of Life - Music for an English Summer

28/05/2026

We can't wait for this exciting collaboration with English Chamber Orchestra on Saturday 15th August!

06/05/2026

Today we are celebrating 127 years since the laying of The Victoria Theatre's Foundation Stone

The foundation stone was laid on the 6 May 1899, by Alderman George H Smith J.P, later Sir George Fisher-Smith JP

The event also featured music from the King Cross Band, then one of the leading brass bands in Britain, and The Halifax Choral Society

Please view the comment section to see an image of what the foundation stone looks like today

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02/05/2026

Early Bird Offer! Book now and save 10% on tickets for our 2026 Messiah by Candlelight at Halifax Minster!
https://www.halifaxchoral.org/Messiah2026
🗓Friday 11th December at 7:30pm
With the Yorkshire Symphony Orchestra

10/04/2026

We were privileged to take part in this wonderful event celebrating Anne Lister's birthday. Our soprano scholar Scarlett can be seen here leading the Anne Lister Birthday week singers alongside members of Halifax Choral Society. Happy birthday Anne!

23/12/2025

Wow! Our incredible audience at Victoria Theatre Halifax raised nearly £2000 for Calderdale MS Group! Thank you to everyone who donated for your support. ❤

11/12/2025

🎄There’s a special joy in hearing Handel’s Messiah. It always feels like the true beginning of Christmas—and it's tomorrow!
Conducted by Anthony Gray - Halifax Choral Society, the Yorkshire Festival Orchestra, Darius Battiwalla, Alan Horsey and four fabulous soloists presents Handel's Messiah in the historic setting of Halifax Minster
Online tickets are sold out, but there will be restricted view availability on the door.

10/12/2025

Getting festive last year at Harveys of Halifax. We will be back there this Sunday at 2pm

The Choral Society are back at Harveys this Sunday🎶

Join us in our Restaurant this Sunday, 14th December at 2pm for a festive afternoon as it’s filled with live music from The Choral Society!

Its always a lovely atmosphere when they visit, and a wonderful way to get into the Christmas Spirit! Bring family, meet up with friends, or just take a moment for yourself to soak up the festive cheer🎄🌟

No booking needed, just come along & enjoy the music!