The Royal British Choir

The Royal Choral Society began its illustrious life as the Royal Albert Hall Choral Society – formed for the opening of the Royal Albert Hall in 1871. Its inaugural concert was held at the Royal Albert Hall on 8th May 1872. The choir’s name was shortened to The Royal Choral Society (with permission from Queen Victoria) shortly afterwards. The choir’s history reads like a 'Who’s Who' of the musical world. Former RCS conductors include Charles Gounod and Malcolm Sargent – the latter