Collection for Parkinsons UK, York branch

 A solid core of Choir members embarked on a Pub Crawl on Thursday night 17th November 2011 with a threefold objective in mind. (!) - to raise funds for the Charity, " Parkinsons UK ( York Branch ), (2) - to promote the existence of The Choir through an evening...

Chris Woolley R.I.P.

 It is with great sadness and sense of loss that we report the sad demise of leading Bass Chorister Chris Woolley Friday the 18th November. Chris bravely fought a long term illness and was lovingly supported and cared for by his wife Cynthia, herself an active member of "The Phillies...

Daughter for Ruth and Richard.

 Congratulations to Ruth and Richard Kay on the birth of their second daughter Esther Nell. Weighing in at 6lbs 15oz she will be a younger sister to Poppy. Richard and Ruth are happy to have a second daughter as if the baby had been a boy Poppy had already christened...

50 year celebration New CD now available.

 A new CD is has been recorded to celebrate 50 years of Christmas Concerts in the Castle Museum York. It features 18 wonderful tracks sung by The York Philharmonic Male Voice Choir and The Kirkgate Ladies in the stunning surrounding of The Castle Museum.

This is an ideal opportunity to hear...

Choir sings at Fred Smith's 90th birthday.

 Long time sponsor of the Choir, local businessman Mr Fred Smith reaches the grand age of 90 years this week.  The Choir is extremely grateful for his continued support and could not let this important milestone pass without celebrating his birthday in the way they know best. They will  perform...

The "Phil " at the Llangollen Eisteddfod

 The Choir had a fabulous time performing at the 65th International Festival of Music in Llangollen on the 9th July 2011. The experience of being involved in this music and dance extravaganza with so many fabulous choirs and dance troupes created a thirst for more of the same. For a...

Donation to Yorkshire Air Ambulance

At their Summer Concert in the City of York  Guildhall the Choir presented a cheque for £800 accumulated from various events organised by Linda Samwell, George Tingle, Janet Waggott and the rest of the Choir.

Long service awards

At the Choir's summer concert in the City of York Guildhall on Saturday last a number of long service awards were presented.

25 year badges were presented to Top Tenors Alan Wells and Mike McGrath and a 35 year badge to Bass Graham Hudson.

All valued servants to the Choir with exemplary...

"The Phil" at the Eisteddfod in LLangollen

 The Choir has been accepted to sing at this year's International Music Festival in LLangollen. They are eagerly anticipating this opportunity and will sing three pieces  against competition from other choirs from home and abroad. Much rehearsing has been taking place to ensure a top performance and they gave a...

Summer Concert in York Guildhall

Fabulous Concert in City of York Guildhall to sell-out audience including  Sheriff of York and his Lady.  £800 raised by the choir and cheque presented to Yorkshire Air Ambulance. Long service awards presented to Mike McGrath (25), Alan Wells (25) and Graham Hudson (35). Full report in Past engagements.

The 2011 Eskdale Festival in Whitby.

 The 2011 Eskdale Festival took place on Saturday 9th April in The Whitby Pavilion and proved to be every bit as competitive as it promised to be.  New entrants Colne Valley MVC and Halifax Young Singers brought their own style of performing to augment that of regular entrants, The Rodillian...

Collection for child victims of Japanese earthqua

On Thursday  the 31st March 2011, " The Phil " assistant Musical Director Richard Kay organised a musical " Pub Crawl " around several hostelries in the centre of YORK.The objective was threefold;

1. Firstly, to entertain and publicise the existence of the choir and to let the public see what...

Patron news!

Watch this space for some Breaking News about the Choir having gained significant new Patrons!

Web Site launch

The Choir's new website is now up and running and provides advance information of the Choir's forthcoming performance dates up to two years in advance.  Each concert entry has a date and venue with information about ticket prices and contact information.

In addition to the future programme you can also click...

"SOLD OUT " ....Sorry

The 'Sold Out' signs had to be displayed at the Choir's most recent concerts in March at both Market Weighton and Poppleton. The sign gave the concert promoters a great feeling to know that their fund raising event had a maximum capacity audience and it also gave Choir members delight...

The " Phil" at the Eskdale Festival 2010

 Once again The "Phil" entered this enjoyable Choir Festival  held in the voluminous Whitby Pavilion which enjoys superb views over the North Sea.

Following our success in 2009, we entered four classes; 207-Sacred Music, 206-Sea Shanty, 208-Victoriana and 205-Choir Recital.  In class 207 two pieces are to be performed and in...

Concert in the Unitarian Church in St Saviourgate

THE YORK PHILHARMONIC MALE VOICE CHOIR will be supporting a highly talented violist at a concert in the Unitarian Church in St Saviourgate YORK on Saturday 19th February 2011 at 7.30pm.

Tanisha Brown is in her third year at the Royal College of Music studying viola with Jon Thorne. She previously attended...