About Derby Bach Choir
Derby Bach Choir today
Derby Bach Choir is made up of hundred singers from across the Midlands and from all walks of life and age groups. It is renowned in the East Midlands as a leading amateur group performing a wide range of classical music in and around the city of Derby.
Using top professional orchestras and soloists, Derby Bach Choir's concerts attract large audiences.
For the last ten years Derby Bach Choir has been led by Richard Roddis, himself a professional singer and conductor.
If you are interested in joining the choir, click here to find out how.
Richard Roddis, Conductor
Richard Roddis has led Derby Bach Choir since 1999. His talent as a choral conductor is complemented by the fact that Richard is a professional soloist, and regularly performs across the East Midlands. Working with the choir, Richard has conducted a wide repertoire of music to great acclaim, including his own work, Lauda Creatoris, performed by the Choir in our 50th Season.
Helene Viscountess Scarsdale, Patron
Viscountess Scarsdale is a long time fan and supporter of Derby Bach Choir. Her ancestral home is Kedleston Hall, now open to the public thanks to the National Trust. The choir performs at the Hall every Christmas.
Catherine Wyn-Rogers, President
Catherine Wyn-Rogers is Derby Bach Choir's ambassador on the arts scene. Catherine is an internationally celebrated soloist appearing at the BBC Proms and the Royal Opera House. We are delighted that she will be returning to Derby to perform with the choir in 2009.
Corporate sponsors
We are grateful for the support provided by the following organisations. They allow the choir to continue to perform a broad range of classical music.
If you or your company can make a financial contribution, please contact the choir's chairman, Paul Marshall, on 01332 344842 or email paul.marshall@derbybachchoir.com
