Southern Voices is excited to welcome four new singers to our Choral Scholarship programme for the academic year 2026-27.
The programme is an opportunity for young singers to join us, all expenses paid.
Applications are currently closed for all voice parts (soprano, alto, tenor and bass).
Applications for the academic year 2027-28 can be sent in from April 2027. Auditions will take place from April through to July 2027.
The scholarship would suit current sixth-formers, university students, or recently graduated students who are seeking to develop their singing opportunities or potentially looking to pursue a musical career.
Please contact our scholarship co-ordinator Anne for further information – scholarship@southernvoices.co.uk
From our Director of Music: “We are thrilled to have welcomed four new choral scholars to the choir, two sopranos, an alto and a tenor. They have made an excellent start with us, bringing with them experience and ability whilst looking to further their skill for both the better of their vocal development and also the sound of the ensemble."
Benefits of being a Choral Scholar
- Membership, music hire and reasonable travel expenses are funded by Southern Voices
- Solo opportunities
- Mentoring
- Opportunities to sing a variety of choral repertoire
- Reference from Southern Voices’ Musical Director for future applications.
Expectations
- A high level of musical ability
- Attendance at all four concerts
- Attendance at 85% of rehearsals each term at St Paul's, Winchester.
Schedule
- Applications for all voice parts for September 2027 are open from April 2027, with auditions held in late Spring and summer 2027.
- Rehearsals at St Paul's, Winchester on Mondays 7:30 - 9:30 pm
Application Process
- To apply, click the link below and tell us about yourself, your singing experience and interest in this choral scholarship. You will receive a copy of your application by email.
- If selected, the audition will include some vocal exercises, a prepared vocal piece and some sight reading.
Choral scholars' experiences with Southern Voices...
I have thoroughly enjoyed my first month at Southern Voices - the choir is incredibly welcoming and my singing ability has benefitted from the musical director’s expertise. I have already had the opportunity to sing pieces by various composers (some quite challenging!) from the likes of Clemens to Górecki, in a recent weekend of services at Wells Cathedral which has led me to discover and love new pieces. I look forward to singing some more brilliant repertoire in the upcoming Christmas concert and the rest of my time at Southern Voices.
Maria (Sop 2 scholar from 2024-2025)
At the end of her year, she decided to stay in the choir, and she is still singing with us.
My year as a scholar was a great experience. Southern Voices enabled me to keep doing what I love, all the while allowing me to develop my singing skills to reach a higher level, including having the opportunity to enjoy several occasions of solo performing.
All this in a welcoming and supportive environment. I would recommend this scholarship to anyone considering auditioning!”
Annie (soprano 1 scholar 2025-26) Annie has also decided to stay with us for the next academic year.
We welcome Ruby, Freya and Emilie this term (singing soprano 2, alto 1 and soprano 1). Having sung with Winchester’s Cathedral girls’ choir until this summer, they are now developing their voices and singing skills further and thrive under Jamal’s guidance.
