Orpheus Choir was founded in 1929 by Arthur Fountain who was  organist at the Preston Parish Church. Since then the choir has performed many of the large scale choral works but in the last twenty five years its repertoire has been widened. From 1983 onwards the choir has staged a Festival for Christmas in Preston Guild Hall - a Christmas Spectacular with choirs, band and dancers. In 1983 the choir represented Great Britain in the International Choir Festival in Montreux. It has also undertaken three European  tours to Preston’s twin towns of Almelo in Holland and Recklinghausen in Germany.

There have been three conductors during the life of the choir. Arthur Fountain the founder who was succeeded by Harry Dodd, who was succeeded by Harry Duckworth who  held the baton for 33years. The present conductor Roselise Gentile from Italy took over in January 2012. Paul Greenhalgh has been the choir’s accompanist since 2003.

The aims of the choir have always been to present worthwhile music to the people of Preston and surrounding areas. To provide the opportunity for people of all ages to sing a wide range of  choral  and other works.

The  Choir is a registered Charity (No 512041) and has been a member of the
National Federation of Music Societies since 1936. (now Making Music)

Chairman:
Mrs  M. Lambert 01772-864222
Hon. Secretary/Librarian:
Mrs S. Grimshaw 01772-735197
Hon. Treasurer:
Mrs J. Meek 01772-743826
Concert Manager:

Mr S. Grimshaw 01772-735197
Patron’s Contact:
Mrs P. Eccles 01772-712345
Publicity:
Mr F.T.Parker 01772-746506