Performance Groups
The musical ensembles at Queen’s are as varied as those who play in them. Don’t see what you want below? Contact David Mahaffy (d.mahaffy@qub.ac.uk) or Queen’s Music Society for information on how to start a new ensemble.
We are excited to re-start rehearsals after a hiatus but note that some ensembles may re-start sooner than others. Please make contact using the information below so that we can hit the ground running. [Information correct as of 2 September 2021]
QUBe is a music collective based in Belfast at SARC, providing a forum for experimental music involving students, staff, and musicians from inside and outside Queen’s University Belfast. QUBe brings together performers from diverse artistic backgrounds to develop performances that explore ensemble interaction, audio-visuals, open scores and collective improvisation.
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Hosted by Music / the School of Arts, English and Languages
A smaller, professionally run choir, singing a wide range of choral sub-genres. Anyone is welcome to come along and sing at a rehearsal and talk to the director afterwards - there is no formal audition as such.
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Queen’s Viol Consort was formed about 30 years ago. Students, staff, and the general public with interests in early music are welcome to join. No previous experience of string instruments is required.
Sessions to be confirmed: School Contact Prof. Yo Tomita, y.tomita@qub.ac.uk:
HIVE is a vocal ensemble that composes and performs new music. The group explores verbal notation, graphic scores and site-specific performance, with regular events in Belfast.
Rehearsals Monday, 6.00pm - 8.00pm, Sonic Lab, SARC . Contact: Dr John D’Arcy j.darcy@qub.ac.uk
Organised by Queen’s Music Society
The University Choir encourages all singers from across campus, including staff and students as well as members of the public to come along and perform in a large group, regardless of any previous experience. We perform pieces from a large variety of genres and usually give two concerts each academic year.
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Qrganised by Queen’s Music Society
A traditional music group, open students at all levels.
Rehearsals: Wednesdays McMordie, Music Building 4-5pm. Contact: Brendan Kerr bkerr16@qub.ac.uk
“The Queen’s Consort is an upper voices choir run by PhD music student Matt Geer. Meeting weekly on a Thursday evening, we are open to students of all ages and abilities. Whether you are an ex-chorister, or it’s your first time making music, we can promise a fun and relaxed environment…alongside lots of biscuits, and the occasional pizza!”
Queen's Choral and Singing Society (QCaSS) are a dedicated choral society focused on providing their members with performance opportunities throughout the year with a range of music from classical to contemporary. Their two main ensembles are the Queen's Quarter Choir (QQC), a mixed ability choir which does not require audition, and Micro Choir, a smaller chamber style group which is auditioned and tackles more challenging pieces.
Additionally, they are able to facilitate the creation of new singing groups, assisting in the arrangement of rehearsal spaces and musical direction.
The QUB Electronic Music Society offers an extensive roster of talented local DJs and live electronic music artists, spanning all genres with plenty of experience playing intimate lounge sets to massive festivals.
Get in contact with us via email or Instagram (@qubelectronicmusicsociety) to organise a performance tailored to your event.
Providing music activities for aspiring young musicians from ages 4 - 17. Activities include children's choir, brass band, instrument tuition, and creative music technology
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