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Kelsall was a lecturer at Kingston Polytechnic, now Kingston University, from 1977 until his untimely death in 1986. He founded the Polytechnic's Chamber Choir, becoming its first director, composing for the group and establishing a demanding calendar of concerts and cathedral residencies. The Chamber Choir under Kelsall became one of the Polytechnic’s premier ensembles, performing at major venues up and down the UK, as well as giving a Purcell Room performance.
Much of Kelsall's output has remained unjustly neglected since his death. Kelsall's music is currently published by Benjamin Costello and Reedimensions.
On Monday 28 July 2008 the John Kelsall Memorial Recital took place at St Michael's, Cornhill, London, given by the resident organist and Director of Music Jonathan Rennert.
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