The LSO Community Voices is a project choir, formed each year to culminate in a concert led by Dr André J Thomas, with the London Symphony Orchestra, the London Symphony Chorus and Soul Sanctuary Gospel Choir. The choir is formed of around 250 community voices from all over London, who rehearse for two months prior to the concert at LSO St Lukes. They learn a programme of gospel music, set for symphonic chorus and orchestra, create community and build musical skills for life. This is a free programme for all singers, with resources provided for all levels of musical knowledge.
LSO Community Voices is led by David Lawrence (Choral Director), and supported by Emily Dickens (Associate Conductor) and Clarence Hunte (Gospel Consultant)
To express your interest, and join a database of choral leaders that we may work with in the future, please contact isobel.way@lso.co.uk with your relevant experience and any other organisations you may currently be working with, where we might be able to see you work.
We are searching for 2 choral leaders to expand our current music team:
Assistant Leader (Lower Voices) – Paid Role
Deadline: 28 June
Role Summary
The Assistant Leader (Lower Voices) focuses on the musical and vocal development of tenor and bass singers, fostering confidence, cohesion and progression within the lower voice sections.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and support sectionals for tenor and bass voices
- Cultivate a positive and development-focused environment for lower voices
- Act as a musical point of contact for tenor and bass singers, responding to questions and offering guidance
- Work closely with the Choral Director and music team to support rehearsal objectives
- Champion the specific needs and strengths of lower voice parts within the ensemble
Reporting Line
- Reports to the Programme Manager (Performances & Partnerships)
Time Commitment
We rehearse on Thursdays through October and November. This person must be available on Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th of December 2026 for the concert
Assistant Leader (Trainee) – Paid Role
Deadline: 28 June
Role Summary
The Assistant Leader (Trainee) role is a development opportunity designed to invest in future choral leaders. The role provides practical experience in rehearsal leadership, musical support and ensemble facilitation.
Key Responsibilities
- Attend the majority of choir rehearsals to observe and support the music team
- Lead vocal warm-ups on occasion, as agreed with the Choral Director
- Assist with rehearsal delivery, musical organisation and choir support
- Gain hands-on leadership experience within a professional choral environment
- Contribute to the long-term talent pipeline for LSO Community Voices and associated programmes
Profile
- Ideally someone with a background in gospel music and/or experience with similar ensembles
Reporting Line
- Reports to the Programme Manager (Performances & Partnerships) and works under the guidance of the wider music team
Time Commitment
We rehearse on Thursdays through October and November. This person must be available on Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th of December 2026 for the concert
