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Warrington Male Voice Choir

Our Choir

43 voices. 4 parts. One sound.

Our Leadership

The People Who Guide Us

Russell Paterson

Russell Paterson

Russell Paterson has been Musical Director of Warrington Male Voice Choir since 1994, bringing over thirty years of dedication, innovation and musical leadership to the choir. Holding a BA and PGCE, his approach has driven the choir to new heights of choral excellence, most recently winning first prize at the prestigious North Wales Choral Festival in both 2019 and 2024. A performer as well as a conductor, Russell was recognised with the choir's Higham Award in 2023 for his outstanding commitment and contribution.

Musical Director
Elizabeth Paterson

Elizabeth Paterson

Elizabeth Paterson serves as the choir's Accompanist, working in close partnership with Musical Director Russell Paterson. Her skilled and sensitive accompaniment is central to the choir's sound, both in weekly rehearsals and at performances and competitions throughout the year, including the choir's prize-winning appearance at the North Wales Choral Festival in 2024.

Accompanist
Amanda Davies

Amanda Davies

Amanda Davies serves as Secretary of Warrington Male Voice Choir, the vital organisational link between the choir and the wider world. She manages the choir's correspondence, membership and administration, and is a passionate advocate for everything the choir achieves.

Secretary
The Voices

Our Members

43 members across four voice parts: 1st Tenor, 2nd Tenor, Baritone and Bass.

1st Tenor

9 singers
Chris Marney
Chris Marney
Chris Smethurst
Chris Smethurst
Gerard Boyle
Gerard Boyle
Keisuke Suzuki
Keisuke Suzuki
Keith Read
Keith Read
Paul Stacey
Paul Stacey
Phil Turner
Phil Turner
TB
Tom Bridgford
Warren Davies
Warren Davies

2nd Tenor

10 singers
Andrew Boyle
Andrew Boyle
Bob Ryan
Bob Ryan
Dale Johnson
Dale Johnson
Eric Hargreaves
Eric Hargreaves
Frank Samuel
Frank Samuel
GS
Geoff Settle
Howard Thornley
Howard Thornley
Mike Park
Mike Park
Ray Christian
Ray Christian
Wynne Rees
Wynne Rees

Baritone

12 singers
Alan Clare
Alan Clare
Barrie Probert
Barrie Probert
Craig Bunting
Craig Bunting
Dave Rodgers
Dave Rodgers
Duncan Webster
Duncan Webster
Gary Mogey
Gary Mogey
Ian Probert
Ian Probert
Jim Ashcroft
Jim Ashcroft
Phil Brew
Phil Brew
Richard Corner
Richard Corner
Stuart Milne
Stuart Milne
Stuart Sykes
Stuart Sykes

Bass

12 singers
Alan Pacey
Alan Pacey
Bernard Meadows
Bernard Meadows
Bill Jordan
Bill Jordan
Chris Riley
Chris Riley
Dave Knight
Dave Knight
George Hill
George Hill
George Massey
George Massey
John Jefferson
John Jefferson
Martyn Willetts
Martyn Willetts
Peter Johnston
Peter Johnston
Phillip Lomas
Phillip Lomas
Ralph Coffey
Ralph Coffey
Rehearsals

When & Where We Rehearse

New singers are always welcome. Come along to a rehearsal and see how we work.

Rehearsal Details

DayMonday and Thursday
Time7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
VenueSt John's Church, Warrington
Wilderspool Causeway, Warrington WA4 6QE
ParkingFree parking available on site
Thinking of Joining?

Interested in Joining?

Male singers of all abilities are welcome. No audition for your first visit. Just turn up.