Stephen Disley
Professional Organist
“The choir are such a credit to Liverpool; they perform with skill and sensitivity. They are a welcoming and friendly group to work with; I even ended up joining them for a meal and drinks on the Saturday and had such fun.”
Testimonials
Danielle Thomas
Professional Soprano
“I love performing with the choir as they are always full of energy which shows their love of singing and makes it even more enjoyable for everyone, including the audience. Community is what this choir is all about, I am always made to feel a part of their ‘family’ and I love working with them all”
Adrian Griffiths
Organist
“Crosby Community Choir are a friendly and fun group of people who not only love their singing, but make a great sound! The tour to Ghent was a fabulous weekend of music making with a great group of people.”
Damian O'Keeffee
Professional Bass
“I really love singing with Michael Foy and Crosby Community Choir (St Nicholas Singers) , they are very musical, hard working and dedicated!
Every concert I’ve done with them as a soloist has been of a very high quality and Mike makes it a rewarding and happy experience. Please do come along to our future concerts!! “
Sophie Clarke
Professional Soprano
“Crosby Community Choir are always a delight to perform with. Professional, musically sensitive and so welcoming. Led by the ever talented Mike Foy, the choir are a real beacon of musical hope for the local community and Liverpool as a city.”
Geoff Williams
Director of Music | St. Anne's Church, Stanley
"I’ve had the pleasure to sing with this choir in numerous concerts along with members of my own choir. The energy that Mike gives the singers is infectious and it’s clear to see how much the choir enjoy their singing. You’ll be amazed at the satisfaction you get from learning big works and performing them in concerts."
Clare Griffiths
Professional Soprano
“I had the privilege of singing solos with Crosby Community Choir on a couple of occasions and enjoyed every minute! The choir sings beautifully and put on really exciting concerts. Mike is a great conductor who really gets the best out of the group.”
Stuart Keen
Professional Tenor
"It’s been my pleasure to sing with this choir on a numerous occasions and I have always found them to be a friendly, hardworking choir alway striving for excellence whilst being able to enjoy themselves at the same time. I’m very happy to recommend them warmly."
Rosalin Lazaroff
Ex Principal Second Violin
Royal Scottish National Orchestra
" Mike Foy's enthusiasm and musicianship have created valuable artistic resource for the local community. It has been my pleasure to join the choir as part of a small orchestra performing a variety of sacred works."
Edwin Paling
Ex Lead Violin
Royal Scottish National Orchestra
"Since meeting Mike I have performed many and varied works for violin and organ. It has also been a pleasure to support Mike's work with the Crosby Community Choir playing as part of an orchestra accompanying the choir on several occasions."
Dr Sophie Mahar
Professional Alto
"Crosby Community Choir is a professional and welcoming group of enthusiastic performers singing a great repertoire of works. I always thoroughly enjoy singing alongside each and every one of them."
Richard Lea
Organist
Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral of Christ the King
"Crosby Community Choir are a talented group of individuals with an extensive repertoire of stunning choral pieces. I am delighted to have accompanied them.
Faye Watson
Professional Soprano
"I sang with the Crosby Community Choir for one of their summer concerts and I cannot recommend the choir enough. They’re a lively and friendly bunch of singers who enjoy performing a wide variety of repertoire. Their director, Michael Foy, makes rehearsals enjoyable and engaging for members of all ages and abilities so no matter what level of singer you are, they’ll be something for everyone."
Diana Waite
Professional Viola Player
"I’m Di, and I live locally and music is a big part of my life. I play the viola and this summer I was asked to play in a small orchestra accompanying the Crosby Community Choir. I was struck by how well they tackled the choral music which was quite complex. They were full of enthusiasm and obviously loving every moment. I came away thinking that this is a great example of how music in the community can enrich life."
David Stokes
Assistant Organist, St Anne's | Stanley
"The incredible and gifted Mike Foy is the director of the Crosby Community Choir, a wonderful group to be a member of. Everyone enjoys the extensive repertoire, venues, and social events that are covered. Each time I've volunteered to help Mike and the choir, I've truly loved making music together and hanging out with them afterwards for a beer or several. To those in the vicinity, I can without a doubt recommend this choir."
Professor Dr Ian Tracey
Organist to the City of Liverpool
"Crosby Community Choir is an exciting amateur choir. Directed by the experienced and imaginative Mike Foy, they explore exciting and challenging repertoire of all styles and periods, whilst raising funds for local charities. I commend them most warmly and enthusiastically."
Revd. Keith Thorniborough
FGMS
"The Faure Requiem was beautiful. The choir and musicians were fantastic. Thank You.
Tom Daggett
Director of Music - Sheffield Cathedral
It was such a joy to welcome the Crosby Community Choir to sing both the Cathedral Eucharist and Choral Evensong. The choir members understood the spirit of what was required really well, and contributed to our worship with generosity and warmth. They sang well and had prepared carefully for both services, choosing music that was appropriate and successful. All members and Michael Foy (Director) were professional, efficient, kind, and a good laugh, which means Sheffield Cathedral would love to have them back. I endorse them fully and wish them well.
David Lee
Professional Tenor
"It was such a pleasure to sing for Mike and his wonderful choir, such an amazing group of individuals who all give 100%. Their enthusiasm for singing really does shine when performing. A wonderful welcoming group.