Clyde Chorus unites 4,000 in song for Glasgow's 850th

Glasgow Times

07-06-2025

Clyde Chorus was a festival that took place from May 29 to 31 and saw 4,000 people attend events across the city, with eight shows selling out.
Music lovers were treated to over 21 hours of music from 750 performers, including 12 choirs across eight city venues.
(Image: Hope Holmes / Euan Robertson) The festival began with a procession of 100 people, including The Lord Provost, dance groups, and pipe bands, who walked along the River Clyde.
The SEC Armadillo hosted an opening gala performance that featured 250 of Glasgow's schoolchildren performing with Scottish Opera, alongside Nathan Evans and The Saint Phnx Band.
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The festival also featured Music City Walking Tours and Invisible Cities Walking Tours, with more than 30 people taking part.
Councillor Susan Aitken, leader of Glasgow City Council, said: "Clyde Chorus has been an outstanding highlight of the Glasgow 850 celebrations so far.
(Image: Hope Holmes / Euan Robertson) "People young and old, citizens and visitors alike have been brought together by the power of music, showcasing the talent and cultural vibrancy that thrives in our city."
The festival also saw the contribution of 16 volunteers, who put in a combined 95.5 hours to ensure the smooth running of the events.
Across the weekend, audiences were able to enjoy performances from pop sensations and multi-lingual choirs, as well as groups from a variety of cultures.
The Clyde Chorus festival has been described as a celebration of Glasgow's diversity and talent, as well as a showcase of the "power of collective voices."