About Us

Bristol A Cappella is a high-quality mixed chorus that sings contemporary songs from a range of genres in the barbershop style. We don't have beatboxing or soloists, but we aim to create a wall of sound by singing in four to eight-part harmony. We’re always looking to improve our performances and have a good time along the way. We love to entertain at gigs and competitions and always welcome new auditionees.

Vision

We have a long-term vision with shorter-term goals to get us there, following the rules of our constitution. Our mantra is:

Enjoyment · Education · Excellence

One of our new members receiving their certificate

History

2023

  • 28th May: BABS convention - first weekly-rehearsing chorus1) to win mixed contest, scoring 76.7%

2021

  • August: First rehearsal back inside at Victoria Methodist Church
  • June: Restarted rehearsals in the open air at Clifton Downs

2020

2019

  • May: BABS convention, scoring 69.8%

2018

  • 6th October: IABS international silver medallist chorus, scoring 75.2%

2017

  • 22nd July: Collaboration with Great Western Chorus at the Redgrave Theatre
  • 29th May: BABS convention, scoring 70.2%

2016

  • 10th December: First major self-hosted concert
  • 30th May: BABS convention - first ever British mixed chorus to compete, scoring 64%
  • 12th March: First contest - Mid-Somerset Festival

2015

  • July: First coaching evening with Liz Garnett
  • January: Rehearsals moved to Victoria Methodist Church

2014

2013

  • 1st October: Official founding date, rehearsing at St. Paul's, Clifton
  • Spring: Trial rehearsals

Branding

We have a visual identity page for logos, colours, and guidelines for the use of our branding.

1)
Previous mixed chorus contest winners have been formed from existing male and female choruses, or rehearse sporadically at weekends.
Enjoyment · Education · Excellence