“We work very well together as a team, each bringing our own skills to the mix, and we have one thing in common – we all love to sing!”
Nick originally joined the tenor section of the Rugby Philharmonic Choir when he started teaching at Rugby School in September 1986. He sang under a number of Musical Directors (Peter Crook, Karl Dorman, Mervyn Bethell) and served as a member of the committee before leaving the choir after 26 years of service due to school commitments. Nick was delighted to re-join the choir in 2022, under the baton of Richard Dunster-Sigtermans, and having become Vice-President in 2023 (representing the President, a position held by the Head Master of Rugby School), took over as Chairman in 2024.
Alastair took over as Treasurer in October 2022. He is responsible for the Phil’s finances and making sure the accounts are completed and audited each year.
Michelle has been a member of the Phil for 7 years, and joined the committee last year. Michelle is responsible for general secretarial duties, communication with the choir members and creating and developing the Phil website.
Julie joined the Phil in 2009 and became a member of the Committee in 2013. Her role supports the Marketing, Publicity and Events Management activity for the choir, and the administration for the Choir Member databases.
Jess joined the committee in 2022. She is responsible for members registers and subscriptions and welcoming new members.
