Location: St Andrew’s Parish Church, Sedbergh
Website: https://www.cottontownchorus.co.uk/
Festival: This event is part of Sedbergh Music Festival 2024
Admission: £15
The group is known for its all-age, diverse membership, drawing members from various walks of life across the North West of England and beyond. Their expertise in close-harmony, unaccompanied singing has earned them numerous accolades. Crowned the British Association of Barbershop Singers (BABS) Chorus Champions eight times, is testament to their excellence in the field.
Cottontown is not just limited to traditional barbershop music; their repertoire is quite diverse. They perform a range of music, from classic hits by the Beach Boys to ballads and contemporary chart-toppers from artists like Kate Bush and Coldplay.
Beyond their music, the chorus also actively engages with their community and fans. They regularly open their rehearsals to the public, welcoming potential new members and fostering a community spirit.
Their journey over the past four decades has seen them perform at prestigious venues both nationally and internationally, including the London Palladium, the Eisteddfod in Wales and the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. Their commitment to musical and performance excellence has not only brought them recognition as the leading men’s chorus in the UK but also the opportunity to perform in significant events like the BBC Adult Choir of the Year competition.
In summary, the Cottontown Chorus represents a blend of traditional barbershop harmony with a modern twist, bringing their unique brand of music and emotion to a wide audience. Their dedication to their craft and their ability to engage and move audiences make them a distinguished and respected group in the world of a cappella and barbershop singing.