Welcome
“An excellent choir. A joy to listen to, and what an example of all that is good in choral singing.”
John Pomphrey, choral adjudicator
Our
Story
Impromptu is an award-winning female choir that has been delighting audiences and adjudicators at concerts and competitions since 1992.
Based in Sutton, Surrey, we were British Adult Choir of the Year finalists in 2008, winners of the Manchester Amateur Choral Competition in 2010 and winners of Bournemouth Choir of the Year in 2019 – and we've got plenty of exciting plans for the future!
Natalie Vesty, Musical Director
Natalie was born in Leicestershire and spent her early years performing with youth choirs at a national level. She currently leads singing development in young people across the London Borough of Sutton through her work as a vocal specialist at Sutton Music Service.
As a singer, Natalie regularly competes in national competitions with her ladies choir, the Chanterelles.
She is in demand as a vocal leader for adult and children’s choirs and is passionate about the power of music to enrich lives and inspire communities.
Philip Aslangal, Accompanist
Philip Aslangul has been with us for over 20 years.
He is much in demand elsewhere as a repetiteur and accompanist. He is a Jazz and Grades examiner for ABRSM, for whom he is also a Music Medals moderator. He has also worked as a mentor for The Open University.
Mrs Sunderland Music Festival 2017
Bournemouth Choral Competition 2004, 2016 & 2019
Manchester Amateur Choral Competition 2010 & 2019
Good Housekeeping Choir of the Year 2009
Good Housekeeping Choir of the Year 2009
Frequently asked questions
1 / How much does it cost to Join?
Membership fees are £30 per calendar month
2 / Do I have to audition?
Yes, when you are ready. Potential new members choose a piece from the choir repertoire to audition with. This is an informal audition stood around the piano as part of a quartet
3 / Do you need singing experience?
No experience is required, however members need to be able to hold their part. Enthusiasm and a willingness to learn is a must. All our repertoire is performed without music (apart from Christmas Carols)
4 / I feel a bit nervous about just turning up, is there someone I can call before hand?
Absolutely our membership secretary Claire Smith is around to meet and greet you and answer any questions you might have. Plus we are quite a nice bunch and try to meet socially when we can.
If you would like to enquire about joining us or to check our availability to sing at your event, please fill out the section below
We rehearse on Thursday evenings from 7.30-10pm at Christchurch, Christchurch Park, Sutton, Surrey, SM2 5TZ
For more information, please click here to contact our membership secretary, Claire Smith