Music and University Life
Extra-curricular music making is an integral part of life on campus. Undergraduates, postgraduates, alumni and staff all contribute to the rich musical life of the University. If you want more information or wish to join one (or more) of the groups then a good first point of contact is the Music Club representative at the annual Freshers' Fair.
Big Band
The University of Glasgow Big Band are a student-run group with an aim to play a broad range of musical styles such as jazz, swing, latin, funk and blues. The Big Band plays several gigs throughout the academic year including Music Club Concerts and society balls both on and off-campus. The band also puts on its own Jazz Night at the QMU and also performs at events such as the West End Festival.
Rehearsals take place on Wednesday evenings in the University Concert Hall, 6 - 8pm. There are no formal auditions and our first rehearsal is an open rehearsal. Sign up at the GU Big Band Stall at the Freshers' Fair or contact the band at the e-mail address below.
e-mail: gubigband@gmail.com
website: gubigband.co.uk
facebook: facebook.com/GUBigBand
twitter: @GUBigBand
The Cecilian Society
The Cecilian Society are the University of Glasgow's foremost musical theatre society. The Society produces two shows per academic year. Both shows have an open chorus and there are auditions for principal parts.
e-mail: secretary@ceciliansociety.co.uk
website: ceciliansociety.co.uk
facebook: facebook.com/thececiliansociety
twitter: @Cecicilians
Chapel Choir
The Chapel Choir is an auditioned group of around 30 singers, for which students, staff and indeed all members of the University community are invited to audtioin. The Choir sings at 6pm on Tuesday evenings throughout term-time, giving concerts and singing for services in the University Memorial Chapel. The Choir regularly broadcasts on radio and television and gives concerts further afield including foreign tours and visits to cathedrals. Rehearsals are usually held on Sundays though extra rehearsals may be called when the need arises.
website: chapelchoir.org
facebook: facebook.com/guchapelchoir
bandcamp: glasgowchapelchoir.bandcamp.com
youTube: youtube.com/c/GlasgowUniversityChapelChoir
Kelvin Ensemble
The Kelvin Ensemble is a student-run symphony orchestra performing works chosen by the student committee throughout the year. “Kelvin” performs two concerts a year, providing students with the chance to both perform and socialise within a thriving music scene. Members are expected to play to a high level and display the musicianship and dedication typical of a full symphony orchestra.
Auditions will be held following our open rehearsal at the end of Freshers’ Week and sign-up slots will be available on the website. Information can also be found on our stall at the Freshers' Fair during Freshers' Week or on our website
e-mail: secretary@kelvin-ensemble.co.uk
website: kelvin-ensemble.co.uk
facebook: facebook.com/kelvinensemble
twitter: @kelvinensemble
Madrigirls
Madrigirls is a female vocal group based at the University of Glasgow. Formed in the year 2000, they have a large and varied repertoire with a special interest in early, traditional and contemporary music. In addition to performance work, Madrigirls regularly record and take part in radio and tv work. They have featured on BBC Radio Scotland, BBC Radio 3 , BBC1 and Channel 4. The choir is co-directed by Katy Cooper and Catriona Hutchinson.
Madrigirls has about 30 members and auditions each October.
e-mail: glasgowmadrigirls@gmail.com
website: madrigirls.org.uk
facebook: facebook.com/glasgowmadrigirls
Music Club
Music Club
Music Club is UofG's largest a student music society. The club is an umbrella organisation encompassing 10 student ensembles and present 5 concerts each year. All groups are non-audition, with the focus being very much on the enjoyment of making music. The club is friendly and social, with most groups going for post-rehearsal drinks, and regular social events, an end of year ball and a residential trip. Music Club is a relaxed and friendly way of playing music while meeting some great people!
If you are interested in joining the Club go along to their stand at the Freshers' Fair or e-mail them at the address below.
e-mail: glasgowmusicclub@gmail.com
website: gumusicclub.com
facebook: Music Club
Folk Group
The Folk Group caters for just about any instrument! We currently have fiddles, whistles, flutes, guitars, accordion, piano and bodhran…
If you enjoy playing celtic/folk/Scottish/Irish/Breton music in any shape or form, or are keen to try it out, we’d love to see you! We have no auditions, so just come along to our rehearsals every Monday from 6 – 7.30pm, in the Club Room, 14 University Gardens.
website: gumusicclub.com/folk-group
facebook: Glasgow University Trad Group
Flute Choir
The University of Glasgow Flute Choir is a flute ensemble founded in January 2010. We play a range of musical styles and perform at the Music Club Christmas and Spring concerts as well as the smaller evening concerts. Our group is fun and friendly and no audition required. New members welcome to rehearsals every Tuesday from 7 – 8.30 pm in the Music Club Room.
e-mail: febarnett@btinternet.com
website: gumusicclub.com/flute-choir
facebook: Glasgow Uni Flute Choir
Jazz Society
The recently formed Jazz Society is an associate member of GUMC. This is a more relaxed group/jam session, meeting on Thursdays at in the Concert Hall at 7pm. Jazz Society don’t take part in the Music Club concerts but there are opportunities for live shows in various venues throughout the year.
email: gujazzsociety@gmail.com
website: gumusicclub.com/jazz-society
Music Club Choir & Chamber Choir
Music club choir is a relaxed and friendly choir open to all students- whether you've sung in a choir before or just in the shower! Rehearsals will be in the Music Club Room on Wednesdays from 6 - 7. No auditions are required, so just come along.
e-mail:glasgowmusicclub@gmail.com
website: gumusicclub.com/choir
facebook: Glasgow University Music Club Choir & Chamber Choir
Percussion Ensemble
As an ensemble, we have access to a variety of good quality instruments, including a 5-octave marimba, and all manner of tuned instruments, drums, a brand new timpani and lots more. If you're interested come along Wednesday at 8:30 to the University concert hall, no auditions required.
e-mail: fitzy15@hotmail.co.uk
website: gumusicclub.com/percussion-ensemble
facebook: University of Glasgow Percussion Ensemble
Wind Band
Wind band is an excellent place to make friends, have a laugh, and play some music. It is a mixed ability group and new players are always welcome. Rehearsals are from 6.30-8.30pm on Monday evenings in the Concert Hall. No auditions necessary so just come along and join in!
website: gumusicclub.com/wind-band
facebook: Glasgow University Wind Band
