West London Chorus under our inspirational Music Director Hilary Campbell is looking for a tenor scholar to join us in our 50th anniversary year. We  sing a variety of choral music from the 16th century to music by living composers, and are committed to achieving the highest musical  standards in a relaxed social environment. We have an auditioned membership of around 90 singers drawn from the London area.

Our choral scholarships are ideal  for aspiring and young professional singers who wish to  develop their choral singing,  sight-reading and musicianship skills. The scholarships are open  to singers aged 18-35 or students in full or part time music education. An annual  stipend of £1200 will be paid across three terms.

The successful  candidate will  be expected to:

• attend a minimum  of 75% of weekly rehearsals,  providing confident and skilled support. Further missed reheasals are subject to agreement with our MD and may result in a reduced  stipend for the term. Rehearsals are on Tuesday evenings 7:45-9:45pm in term time, currently at St Michael's Church Elmwood Road W4 3DZ
• attend all concerts during the year
• participate in other musical events in the choir calendar where able
• take an active role with social emdia for  the ensemble
• prepare for  rehearsals in  order to  take a leading  role

In return, the  scholar will receive the following benefits:

• occasional solo  opportunities in performances, dependent on  repertoire
• coaching from the MD
• chance to lead warm-ups if desired
• annual stipend of £1200  paid  at the end of  each term
• free music hire for  the year
• two  complementary tickets for each concert
• Scholars are appointed for a year, although there may be opportunity to stay  on for an additional year by  re-applying

Application Process

Completed application forms should be sent with  a CV and the name of a referee to:

sheila.richards88@gmail.com

Shortlisted candidates will  be contacted and invited to an  audition and informal chat. This will be on a Tuesday before the start of rehearsals at St Michael's Church W4 3DZ

Audition

Candidates will  be asked to sing a prepared piece of their own  choice and to undertake  some sight-reading and ear tests.  Our accompanist will  be present.

Closing date for applications is 1 October 2025.

Details of West London Chorus may be found here: