The finalists
The wait to find the Lancashire Choir of the Year 2025 is almost over! The 'People's Choice' vote is now closed. Thanks to the thousands of people who took the time to vote.
The People's Choice Award will be announced at a celebration concert at Lancaster University in the Great Hall on Tuesday 25 November. On the night prizes will be awarded to the:
- People's Choice Award 2025 - will your favourite win?
- 3rd Place Runner Up 2025
- 2nd Place Runner Up 2025
- Winner 2025
You can still watch fantastic performances from our final six choirs in the videos below. Good luck to all our finalists on the night.
Lancaster Millennium Choir
Lancaster Millennium Choir is a bold and imaginative community choir of around 55 singers, based in Lancaster. Founded in 2000 by the late Andy Whitfield, the choir has become known for adventurous performances of new works alongside more traditional repertoire.
Recent highlights include a sell-out performance of Whitfield's Frankenstein in July, which showcased their trademark mix of creativity, drama, and musical flair. Now under the direction of Dominic Downs, a young prize-winning pianist, composer, and conductor, the choir continues to push boundaries with innovative repertoire and dynamic performances. Lancaster Millennium Choir offers audiences an inspiring and unforgettable celebration of music, imagination, and community spirit.
The Basics Vocalize Choir
Basics Vocalize Choir is a dynamic group of young performers aged 13–19 from Burnley’s renowned Basics Junior Theatre School. Blending youthful energy with professionalism, they deliver powerful performances across musical theatre and pop.
Now celebrating 40 years of Basics, the choir continues to shine, appearing this year in Legally Blonde at the Pendle Hippodrome. They’ve performed at Crow Wood Hotel & Spa, supported Pendleside Hospice, and proudly earned the title of runners-up in Lancashire Choir of the Year 2024. Passionate, talented, and full of star quality, Vocalize are the voices of tomorrow - and their journey is only just beginning.
The Capricorn Singers
Based in Cleveleys, near Blackpool, The Capricorn Singers are a vibrant three-part ladies’ choir led by inspiring Musical Director, Chrissie Mason, and accompanied by the talented Ian Whalley. With a proud history spanning over four decades, their repertoire ranges from pop and rock to musicals and film themes.
They regularly bring joy to audiences across the Fylde Coast, fostering community spirit, raising thousands for charitable causes, and most importantly, sharing laughter and music together. Three years, three finals! They’re proud to once again be finalists in the Lancashire Choir of the Year.
Lancaster Musical Theatre Choir
Lancaster Musical Theatre Choir is an inclusive community founded to support mental health and create a safe, welcoming space for all. Open to everyone, regardless of experience, they focus on connection, creativity, and the pure joy of singing together.
Through their shared love of musical theatre, they’ve built a supportive environment where members feel safe enough to express themselves, grow in confidence, and truly feel part of something special.
St John's Hospice Choir
Founded in 2013 by the Hospice’s own Finance Officer Joanna Jeffreys, the Choir began as a well-being initiative and has grown into a vibrant community of over 60 singers.
The choir’s dedication to rehearsals and attention to detail are evident in every performance. They have grown in confidence and ability over the years. Members consistently report a strong sense of happiness and welfare from singing together.
The choir has raised an incredible £73,630.57 for patient care at St John’s Hospice in Lancaster. Their contribution is a testament to the power of music, community, and compassion.
Blackpool Male Voice Choir
Established before 1911, Blackpool Male Voice Choir performed in Blackpool in October 1914, singing The Soldier’s Farewell in what must have been a poignant concert prior to many members going off to war. More than a hundred years on, the choir, under the direction of Hayley Tarry, continues to go from strength to strength.
They have performed in many different venues including the Royal Albert Hall and more recently on the Severn Valley Railway. Their repertoire is varied, ranging from traditional to modern and they take pride in their ability to sing softly, in contrast to the expected ’big sound’.