Since its formation 20 years ago, Viva Musica has established itself as one of the leading choirs in the West Midlands.  With over 70 mixed voices it has earned an enviable reputation for performing a wide range of classical, religious, modern and popular choral music in a variety of venues across the Midlands and beyond.

Based in Dudley, the membership of the choir includes many singers who had already established themselves in the surrounding rich musical heritage of the area in church choirs, light opera, Gilbert and Sullivan and other musical companies.  Their common interests are to enjoy the challenge of adding new works to their extensive repertoire, to raise money for local charities, but above all to enjoy themselves through the medium of song.

Viva Musica presents two major concerts during the year in spring and autumn, usually at either Dudley Concert Hall or Stourbridge Town Hall. Concerts are performed throughout the year at other venues including a traditional Christmas carol concert in a local church. The Choir is regularly invited to sing at special events and performs joint concerts with other choirs in the region.  Last year Viva Musica was invited as a guest choir to perform in Worcester Cathedral to help the Worcester Male Voice Choir celebrate an important anniversary. 

The Choir is always looking for new challenges, and has performed in Symphony Hall Birmingham, with choirs visiting form South Africa and Australia, and at venues in mainland Europe.  It is currently investigating the possibility of an exchange trip with a choir in Canada.

An important part of their obligation to the local community is fund raising. Over the years they have made substantial donations to local charities and last year raised £1,200 for their chosen charity for 2008, the Mary Stevens Hospice in Stourbridge.

Viva Musica arranges social activities during the course of the year and many members have become close friends. They are always happy to welcome new members to join through a small audition.  Anyone interested should look out for open evenings arranged throughout the year or contact us using the details on this web site.