SGYC needs you!

We’re thrilled to announce we are launching a brand new venture for young performers!

 In September we are launching SGYC: Stafford Gatehouse Youth Choir.

This exciting, modern choir will be lead by the hugely talented Musical Director Simon Allen. The sessions will take place on Wednesday evenings from 6pm – 8pm (other evenings and weekends may be asked for) for a term up until December.

Simon Allen is hugely excited by this new project, commenting:“Gone will be stuffy idea of old fashioned choirs and in with an exciting brand of choir singing; the key is have a blast and learn whilst creating an awesome sound! I have been chomping at the bit to bring this type of choir to Stafford and have an arsenal of fantastic songs, some of which will be unique arrangements that we will learn, perform and blow people away with!”

Simon Allen with The Choir's Gareth Malone

“The plan is to get everyone in the choir buzzing about singing out loud and creating a sound that will be a force to be beckoned with. It is my experience that singing in a choir can bring out the most shy of people, who ultimately learn to love performing music. We will be performing music from the charts, TV shows and whatever else inspires us! Bring on SGYC!” concluded Allen.

If you are aged between 16 and 21 and have a passion for performing and music then we want to hear from you! All you have to do for now to register your interest is simply email ehogan@staffordbc.gov.uk with the following information:


• Your name
• Your address and telephone number
• Any musical background information
• The last song you purchased

If you are under 18 please also include your parent or guardian's contact details.

 We need all potential members to email us no later than Friday 1st July. After this date we will get in touch with all who have emailed us with further information. It’s that simple!

This is an incredibly exciting opportunity to work with an incredibly talented Musical Director and build up your performance skills. Places will be limited, so make sure you register your interest early to avoid disappointment.