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Glasgow Phoenix Choir with the Bangor Ladies Choir
Genre : Music - General
The Glasgow Phoenix Choir is delighted to be returning, after a number of years, to sing in St Andrew?s Metropolitan Cathedral. On this occasion, we will be joined by the Bangor Ladies Choir. Between the two groups, we have accrued 122 years of singing to a range of audiences around the world and combined this with fund raising for a wide range of charities.
Conductor of the Glasgow Phoenix Choir is Cameron Murdoch a widely experienced musician and teacher. In addition, Cameron regularly plays harpsichord and piano with various musical ensembles, including the excellent Glasgow CREATE Choirs, and performs throughout the British Isles. Cameron is also Organist and Choir Master of St. John?s Renfield Church in Glasgow?s West End. Many of the pieces in the current Phoenix repertoire were arranged by Cameron. Our regular accompanist is Matthew McIlree an Honours Graduate from the University of St. Andrews, where he completed both piano and organ scholarships alongside a degree in mathematics and computer science. Matthew currently combines pursuing his academic career alongside working freelance as a wedding musician and accompanist. He can also be heard playing the organ as part of the daily recital programme at Kelvingrove Art Gallery.
In 2022, The Bangor Ladies Choir were honoured as First Ambassadors of the City of Bangor by Ards and North Down Borough Council. In this role the Choir promotes the City of Bangor wherever it travels as well as raising tens of thousands of pounds for worthwhile charities. The choir?s Musical Director is Christine Crutchley who expertly guides the Choir to new levels resulting in a high standard of performances.
St Andrew's in the Square stands as a significant cultural asset for Glasgow, a meticulously restored 18th-century former church now serving as the city's dedicated Centre for Scottish Culture. This Category A-listed edifice, once a focal point for the city's mercantile elite, has been thoughtfully repurposed to champion traditional Scottish music, song, and dance, anchoring a vibrant programme of events within its historic walls.
Inside, the main auditorium is bathed in natural light, illuminating the elegant proportions and fine rococo plasterwork that speak to its Georgian origins. The solid oak floors resonate with the energy of gatherings, offering a tangible connection to centuries of public assembly within this grand space.
Practical considerations are well-addressed, with full disabled access including ramps and accessible facilities ensuring ease of movement for all visitors. Refreshments are available, with Cafe Source located downstairs providing a contemporary contrast to the historic main hall. The venue is situated within St Andrew's Square, a scenic urban space that complements its architectural grandeur.
Throughout the year, St Andrew's in the Square hosts a diverse array of events, from traditional ceilidhs and concerts to weddings and receptions. It plays a pivotal role in major cultural celebrations, including the Celtic Connections festival, the Americana festival, the Merchant City Festival, and the Glasgow Film Festival, showcasing a broad spectrum of artistic expression.
1 St Andrew's Square,
Calton,
Glasgow,
Glasgow City,
Scotland,
G1 5PP.
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