Thomas Coats Memorial Baptist Church
Please go to www.musicattcm.org.uk
Opened in 1894, this magnificent building is situated on the High Street in Paisley, Scotland. The music at the church takes place under the direction of Matt Edwards, who is responsible for the all-adult SATB choir and for various concerts that take place throughout the year.
The Organ
The church also houses a William Hill pipe organ, comprising of just over 3,000 pipes making it one of the largest, and finest, in Scotland. The four-manual console remains in the style of the original installation, and is situated at the far end of the chancel, with the organist facing the nave. The pipework is contained in two large cases, either side of the chancel and above the choir stalls.
The organ was rebuilt, with new electro-pneumatic actions, by Hill, Norman and Beard in 1982. The action was later releathered in 1995. Clips of the instrument can be found on the media page. The specification can be downloaded below.
The Choir
The choir at Thomas Coats play an important role in the life of the Church. Present for every Sunday service during the year, the SATB choir of adults are responsible for a choral introit and two anthems for each service. With weekly rehearsals, the choir are also involved in the concert programme.
Recent anthems have included works by Haydn, Pitoni, Parry, Bruckner, Mozart, Rawsthorne - truly music from across the centuries. In previous years, the choir has appeared on both TV and radio.
If you are over 18, and would be interested in joining the choir - please contact us using the links on the Contact page.
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