100 years of choral enjoyment!
We were so proud in 2021 to celebrate 100 years of making music in Sussex! The choir has a fascinating history, dating right back to members of Ditchling WI meeting regularly to sing at each other's houses. Thirty years later it became known as the ‘Ditchling Choral Society’, men had become members and now, 100 years on, we are a mixed voice choir with a great reputation. We can look back on some wonderful times - of concerts, conductors, overseas trips and celebrations - and have significant plans in place for the future.
OUR NEXT
OPEN REHEARSAL
Monday 15th September 2025
Saturday 15th November - Carmina Burana, by Carl Orff, at the All Saints Church, Hove.
Alongside Burgess Hill Choral Society and Sussex Symphony Orchestra.
Check out our concerts page for more details.
Try singing with us
If you're thinking about joining a friendly local choir do please get in touch.
We will be holding an Open Rehearsal on Monday 15th September - this will be held at the St Paul's Catholic Collage, Burgess Hill.
There is no cost for attending a rehearsal to try us out, music will be provided for you and no commitment is expected - unless you love the warm welcome and decide to sing with us regularly of course!
Lots of information about choir membership through the link below, and you can use the Contact Us form to send us a message.
Become a Friend
Support from Friends and Sponsors allows the choir to maintain an ambitious programme of great choral works, planning ahead with confidence while keeping ticket prices at a reasonable level for our local community. We offer several benefits as a thank you!
16 to 19 years? Perhaps studying music? Check out our free membership, Youth Choral Scholarship scheme. A warm welcome awaits young singers.
Picture Gallery and Member Testimonials
Behind the scenes - take a look at some snaps from our rehearsals and get to know our members.
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We will only ever contact you about Sussex Chorus matters and will never pass on your contact details to any other party.