About us

Harrow Harmony was formed in 1999 by Hilary Musgrave and several enthusiastic members of her Singing for Starters, a choral course for beginners run under the auspices of Harrow Choral Society.  Many wished to carry on their singing after the course ended so were keen to create a new choir which now numbers 71.

Rehearsals

The choir rehearses on Friday evenings at South Harrow Methodist Church from 7.45 – 9.30pm.

Repertoire

We sing a wide variety of music, including well-known classical pieces as well as songs by modern composers such as Howard Goodall and Karl Jenkins.  However, innovative arrangements of popular songs have always formed a large part of the repertoire as well as songs from West End Shows.  Recent concerts have demonstrated this versatility and have included music by Abba, Gershwin, Mamas & Papas, Richard Rodgers, commissioned arrangements by Philip Lawson (of King's Singers), Queen, plus works by classical composers.    To appeal to a wide audience, Harrow Harmony sings an eclectic mix of both classical and popular music. 

Performances

Harrow Harmony performs three main concerts locally during the year: one, to celebrate Christmas in which there is always a chance for audience participation, with larger concerts in spring and summer, featuring guest musicians. We always invite our audience to join us for a buffet after our concerts and our hospitality is now legendary!

In July 2008 we embarked upon a new venture by recording a CD entitled Harrow Harmony Concert Celebration in which we reflected our diverse musical tastes performing pieces by, among others, Vivaldi, Ralph Vaughan Williams, Sting, The Beach Boys and arrangements of traditional gospel songs.

10th Anniversary

September 2009 saw the 10th anniversary of the formation of the choir and as part of our celebrations we commissioned Philip Lawson, baritone and principal arranger with The King's Singers to compose brand new arrangements of three North East folk songs; Bobby Shafto, Blow The Wind Southerly and The Keel Row. We were very excited to give these pieces their 'world' premiere.

Musical Director - Hilary Musgrave

Accompanist - Micheila Connolly

To read about Hilary and Micheila click on their names

Harrow Harmony is a Registered Charity No. 1128233 and members of Making Music