Frome Festival’s Silver Anniversary Chorus – Duke Ellington’s Sacred Chorus

We’re inviting community singers from Frome and beyond to sign up to be a part of this unique project. This is open to singers of all ages and abilities, whether or not you regularly sing in a community choir or can read music – we want everyone to be a part of this massive performance to celebrate community arts in Frome. There is no audition or minimum standard requirement. You will receive all music and rehearsal materials to help you prepare for the performance. 

You’ll sing alongside Jacqui Dankworth, one of the UK’s leading jazz vocalists, a professional tap dancer, local chamber choir Cantamus and an all-star, one off big band featuring jazz luminaries from Frome and the surrounding area. 

Interested? Complete this registration form below by Monday 4th May. Places will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis based on voice type. 

Mike Daniels Musical Director
Jacqui Dankworth Soloist
TBC Tap Dancer
Cantamus Chamber Choir
Frome Festival Silver Anniversary Chorus
Frome Festival Jazz All Stars Big Band

Rehearsals with Mike Daniels
Silver Anniversary Chorus Director

Wednesday 10th June 7.30pm – 9.30pm / Christ Church, Frome
Wednesday 17th June 7.30pm – 9.30pm / Silk Mill, Frome
Wednesday 24th June 7.30pm – 9.30pm / Christ Church, Frome
Wednesday 1st July 7.30pm – 9.30pm / Silk Mill, Frome
Wednesday 8th July 7.30pm – 9.30pm / Christ Church, Frome

Performance at Holy Trinity Church, Frome

Saturday 11th July 2026
Rehearsal: 11am – 1pm
Performances: 2pm – 3.30pm & 5pm – 6.30pm

Participation cost: £50 Adult / £25 U18

All participation fees support this project and Frome Festival’s 25th Anniversary fundraiser (Registered charity #1120329)

Jacqui Dankworth – Soloist

Jacqui Dankworth is one of the most highly regarded vocalists in the UK. Known primarily as a jazz singer, Jacqui’s unique musical palette also draws on folk, soul, classical, blues, and other influences. Her concert appearances and numerous recordings showcase her virtuosic, seemingly effortless mastery of a variety of genres.

Jacqui is constantly touring with her own band and has performed and recorded with a diverse array of celebrated musicians, including the Carducci String Quartet, Courtney Pine, Marvin Hamlisch, Paloma Faith, Alan and Marilyn Bergman, Gretchen Parlato, Clare Teale, Georgie Fame, David Gordon, Charlie Wood, Gregory Porter, The London Symphony Orchestra, and legendary jazz pianist Chick Corea.

Jacqui was appointed Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in the 2019 Birthday Honours for services to music.

Mike Daniels – Musical Director

Mike Daniels is a conductor, trumpet player and educator who has honed the art of swing working with an embarrassment of the UK’s finest jazz musicians. A choral director of local fame he has taught hundreds to sing swing leading Duke Ellington’s wonderfully exuberant Sacred Concert, I Got Gershwin and Soulful Messiah – A Celebration with Black Voices and Birmingham Town Hall Gospel Choir.