National Choir
The Brigade has a National Choir. Formed in 1991 the choir welcomes members from all regions in which the Brigade operates and provides the opportunity for members to extend and express their vocal talents. It supports Brigade events and performs three concerts in the autumn of each year. It has also in recent years played a central role in the Brigades Annual Service of Remembrance held each November in the Chapel of the National Memorial Arboretum at Alrewas, Staffordshire.
Membership of the choir has varied over the years from a low of about 25 to a high of nearly 50. The choir's repertoire covers a wide range from modern and popular classics to full choral pieces. In recent years a small band of accompanists has developed including guitar, bass and percussion.
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