The choir and orchestra were founded in August 1998 by Mr James Edwin Rushman. In May 2004 a committee was formed, and the name was changed from St James Concert Choir to 'The Edwin James Festival Choir'.
You can read all about the history of the choir, written by Chris Allen.
A brief history of the Orchestra can also be found in the Orchestra Membership page.
We put on a variety of concerts each year for all tastes, from classical to modern day so we hope there is something in our programme that takes your eye!
On certain occasions throughout the year, the choir and orchestra perform together. Until December 2021, many of our concerts were performed at St James the Great Church, Littlehampton. We now rehearse and perform in our new home at Littlehampton United Church, raising funds for charities and worthy causes.