Welcome
Welcome to the newly formed Yorkshire Folk Choir, coming together for our first rehearsal in September 2024.
We are a small, friendly choir, who love to sing and promote a rich variety of folk music of many styles, periods and nationalities.
You might be surprised at how diverse the world of folk music is! Our repertoire includes everything from beautiful Celtic ballads and spirituals, to rousing sea shanties and lively traditional folk songs that you can't help singing along with.
Whether we’re performing at local festivals, community events, or intimate gatherings, we aim to create an uplifting folk music experience for choir members and audiences alike.
Our Musical Director
Matthew Lazenby
Matthew is a pianist, organist and chorister who puts his skills to use as a piano teacher, accompanist, organist and choir trainer in Leeds, York and Dewsbury.
He accompanies a number of choirs, and also accompanies at concerts, recitals and music examinations. Together with soprano Martha Hayward, he performs both at weddings and recitals.


Our Music
We sing a variety of styles of folk music and learn new songs every term.
We have a Scottish theme to our music this term and our rehearsals include:
Loch Lomond
Jock o' Hazeldean
Mairi's Wedding
A Place in the Choir
Favourites from last term include:
The Wellerman
Wild Mountain Thyme
Nelson's Blood
Join Us!
We always welcome new members, so whether you're a longtime lover of folk or discovering it for the first time, we would be thrilled to have you join us!
We offer a free taster session to anyone who is thinking of giving it a go, so book yourself in by emailing us at yorkshirefolkchoir@outlook.com
Come along and sing with us. We're sure that you'll enjoy it!
Rehearsals
Rehearsals take place on a Thursday evening (during school terms) with doors opening at 6:45pm for coffee and a chat, and rehearsals starting at 7:15pm until 8:45pm.
We rehearse at :
The Community Room
Dewsbury Fire Station
Off Low Street
Dewsbury
WF13 2AT
Frequently Asked Questions

Reviews
"I was made to feel included and welcome from my first visit. Lovely group of supportive people who like to sing and laugh together."
Irene - Member
“All new members are made to feel so welcome. We also have social evenings and events but there is no pressure to take part, it is entirely up to you."
Tracy - Member
"I feel that I have an extended family with my choir friends, they always give support when needed. I always leave rehearsals feeling great."
Janet - Member
Contact Us
Rehearsal Address
The Community Room
Dewsbury Fire Station
Off Low Street
Dewsbury
WF13 2AT
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