13th December, 2025 - Ballyclare Town Hall Christmas Sing-in

The Clare Chorale hosted a Christmas sing-in this morning in Ballyclare Town Hall in aid of the charity Hope + Light. There was a wonderful attendance throughout the morning as local people took a break from their Christmas shopping to come into the town hall to enjoy a warm cup of tea or coffee and a mince pie while listening to Christmas music. A thoroughly enjoyable morning, helping to set a very seasonal atmosphere in the lead-up to Christmas. The generous shoppers donated £450 for this very worthy charity. Sincere thanks to everyone who attended and made a contribution.

 4th October, 2025 - Christ Church, Lisburn: Harvest Concert and Afternoon Tea

The Clare Chorale returned to Christ Church, Lisburn for a special harvest fund-raising event in the church hall. The hall was full to capacity as the choir made its way on to the stage and everyone was made very welcome by the Rector of the Church, Archdeacon Paul Dundas. The church catering group swung into action serving food to everyone in the packed hall and the choir provided some entertaining music as afternoon tea was enjoyed by all. Following the first session the choir left the stage and the singers were treated to their own delicious tea in a separate hall.

Tea over and tables cleared the audience sat back to enjoy more music in the second half of the concert. Sheelagh Greer sang a number of solos before the choir returned to sing another batch of its most popular sacred and secular pieces to the now completely engaged and appreciative audience. A very successful and enjoyable afternoon of music and good food!

For more photographs of the event please visit the Gallery page (2025- 2026).

2nd October, 2025 - Cheques Presentation to the Samaritans

Fiona McClelland from the Samaritans was delighted to come along to the choir practice this evening to receive a cheque from The Clare Chorale. £1,700 was raised in a number of fund-raising events during last year’s season and Fiona was invited along this evening accept the much-needed funds for this very important charity. Fiona, on the left of the photograph, is pictured with Paula Spence, Choir Chairperson, and Robin Butler, Choir Treasurer.