Sheffield Philharmonic Chorus is South Yorkshire’s foremost large mixed-voice chorus, singing regularly with leading orchestras including the BBC Philharmonic, the Northern Sinfonia and the Manchester Camerata, and with internationally renowned conductors such as Gianandrea Noseda, Nicholas Kraemer and James Burton. The Chorus is proud to be resident chorus at Sheffield City Hall, performing with orchestra in residence the Hallé and acclaimed soloists as part of the Sheffield International Concert Season.

The Chorus was founded in 1935 as the resident chorus for the new Philharmonic Society’s series of concerts in Sheffield City Hall. It was formed from two Sheffield choirs whose origins date back to the 1860s. The Chorus continues to sing with leading conductors and orchestras and fulfils a challenging and exciting programme under the vibrant and inspiring leadership of its music director, Darius Battiwalla. It has participated in the Proms on a number of occasions.

For more information, visit www.sheffieldphil.org.