The Choir Schools’ Association
The Choir Schools’ Association exists to promote and support the education and wellbeing of choristers – the young people at the heart of the UK’s world-class choral tradition.
We have three main roles:
- We are a Membership Association for schools, cathedrals and churches who wish to support the young people in their choirs through networking, support and sharing best practice
- We are a Grant Making organisation providing bursaries to families to assist with school fees and supporting our members with initiatives to enhance their choristers’ experience
- We are an Information Hub for families wishing to find out more about becoming a chorister, for the media, for government and for partner organisations working in the worlds of choral music and education
Contact the CSA
Are you interested in finding out more about opportunities to become a chorister? We would love to hear from you to answer any questions you may have, and help connect you with our members in your area.
Supporting Choristerships with the CSA Bursary Trust
Through our Bursary Trust, which is supported by the Department for Education’s Music and Dance Scheme, we are able to provide means-tested support to choristers attending our member schools. The aim of the Bursary Trust is to help make a choir school education open to all, regardless of financial situation.
Find Schools and Choirs
Use our ‘Find a Choir’ tool to find opportunities to become a chorister near you. Each of our members has provided a brief introduction to their setting, contact details and a link to their website.
If you would like more general information, particularly if you are considering boarding and are not constrained by location, please get in touch with us at info@choirschools.org.uk and we will be happy to help.
9th August 2026
Chetham’s Summer School Singing & Performance Course 2026
The Chetham’s Summer School Singing & Performance Course is taking place in August 2026. The course will explore a wide range of musical styles – from classical and contemporary to choral, opera and musical theatre – and is led by expert staff from Chetham’s renowned Vocal Department.
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