Wakefield Community Gospel Choir

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Wakefield Community Gospel Choir Wakefield Community Gospel Choir is made up of members of the public from West Yorkshire with musical director Rachel Modest leading the way!

WCGC is a secular choir performing the best of soul pop and gospel. The choir’s repertoire is varied and unexpected –ranging from upbeat pop and soul, blended with examples of classic gospel. WCGC is a choir that draws on the tradition of gospel singing but produces music that is contemporary and relevant to modern day tastes. We create music that appeals to people from all backgrounds and ages and aim for maximum inclusivity. Originally set up in 1997, the choir has been going strong under the musical direction of the exceptionally talented Rachel Bradley, who has performed alongside musical greats. The choir is being launched onto the next level as it expands and develops the range of performance opportunities, alongside a new programme of vocal skills workshops which we hope to become accredited courses in the future. Though the choirs vocal style is deeply rooted in gospel, we endeavour to take this singing style to a range of musical genres. Quintessential soulful classics like Sam Cookes "A change is gonna come" are performed alongside vintage pop like James Taylor's "How sweet it is" and Queen's "Somebody to love". We've also added a little bit of funk for good measure with songs like Earth Wind and Fires "September" and we are not scared to explore contemporary pop music either and regularly perform songs such as Emeli Sandé's "Heaven" and Gnarls Barkley's "Crazy". Traditional gospel songs such as "Wade in the water" still feature in our sets along with contemporary urban gospel songs like John Legend's "It don't have to change".

20/10/2024

It is with much sadness that we announce that WCGC has ended.

We thank you for your amazing support over our many years xx

Well ... last night was absolutely fantastic!! Thanks so much to everyone who came to support us. It was by far the best...
22/06/2024

Well ... last night was absolutely fantastic!! Thanks so much to everyone who came to support us. It was by far the best reception we've ever had and to see you all up and dancing made us want to give you an even better show! Well done to all our soloists, you did us very proud! All the choir were absolute superstars ✨️

19/06/2024
Full dress rehearsal - done! Last few remaining tickets for our show on Friday are available to buy from City Varieties ...
18/06/2024

Full dress rehearsal - done! Last few remaining tickets for our show on Friday are available to buy from City Varieties in Leeds! Book online or in person. Don't miss out, it's going to be spectacular!











All the best wishes, love and luck to our Musical Director today as she marries the wonderful Oova 😍 we hope you have t...
24/05/2024

All the best wishes, love and luck to our Musical Director today as she marries the wonderful Oova 😍 we hope you have the best day and we can't wait to celebrate with you later! (Maybe not too much dancing for you right now, but we'll have a great time nonetheless!) Love us all at your WCGC 🎶❤️

‼️ MUSICAL DIRECTOR NEEDED‼️Wakefield Community Gospel Choir is looking for a new Musical Director to take us forward.Th...
16/05/2024

‼️ MUSICAL DIRECTOR NEEDED‼️

Wakefield Community Gospel Choir is looking for a new Musical Director to take us forward.
The post holder will start with us in July 2024.

Person Specification

The successful candidate will.:

Plan and run rehearsals weekly.
Rehearsals may be more frequent in the run up to performances.

Conduct venue reviews prior to a performance.

Arrange backing tracks and vocals for each part (SATB).

Organise and complete recordings of each song and distribute to section leaders.

Identify and work with individual or group soloists as required.

Contribute to Leadership Team meetings.

Research and arrange new opportunities for the choir.

The successful candidate must be able to play the piano, read sheet music and have the means to record vocal parts.

The successful candidate will be subject to a workshop style interview and shortlisting process.

Rate of pay £80 per rehearsal.

If you are interested in this position, please write an expression of interest detailing how you meet the person specification criteria.

Closing date: Friday 31st. May 2024

For further information please contact us via:
[email protected]

Save the date for our huge next gig! Friday 21st June at City Varieties Music Hall Leeds! Tickets will be £16.50 plus bo...
16/05/2024

Save the date for our huge next gig! Friday 21st June at City Varieties Music Hall Leeds! Tickets will be £16.50 plus booking fee and will be available to purchase shortly. Watch this space!
A journey through the greatest motown hits in a gospel style. Guaranteed to have you singing & dancing all night long!

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Belle Isle Avenue
Wakefield
WF15JY

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