
The Inspiring Sound of the Renaissance Singers
About us
Founded by Reg Bertin in the early 1970s with just 8 singers, we have specialised in unaccompanied multi-part harmony and became established as one of the leading choirs in Sussex and have always been in great demand.
Our repertoire covers a complete range of styles including plainsong & chant, motets, madrigals, folk songs throughout the ages, anthems and modern choral pieces.
When Reg retired, his place was taken by Shirley Barrell, who sang Contralto under Reg's baton and, under her direction, the group has grown to 15 singers,
After many years, Shirley sadly passed away and we are now under the direction of Paul Collins, who takes us to new heights and beyond.
The Singers
Musical Director: Paul Collins
Sopranos
Deirdre Dean Elizabeth Foster Jane Kingham
Lucy Redhead Jacqueline Sheridan Sue Thomas
Altos
Jane Aldred Rachael Maddock
Katherine Musson Jan Purcell John Shanks
Tenors
Viv Fisher Paul Frisby
Baritone
Ian Collins
Basses
Graham Rowsell Brian Steer
Sue Thomas
Dates for your Diary
Sunday, 30 November 2025
Looking forward to Advent & Christmas
St Saviours Church
South Street, Eastbourne
at 3.00 pm
Saturday, 13 December 2025
A Celebration of Christmas
Our Lady of Ransom Church
Grange Road, Eastbourne
at 3.00 pm
Wednesday, 24 December 2025
Carol Service
St Saviours Church
South Street, Eastbourne
at 3.00 pm
January 2026
A Celebration for Epiphany
Details to follow.....
Something else for you to enjoy....
As we were, some time ago!


The Silver Swan
Fine Knacks for Ladies
Kyrie Eleison