About the Society
The Anstruther Philharmonic Society (formed in 1892) is a choral society, based in the East Neuk of Fife, rehearsing and performing in and around Anstruther. We have a friendly and welcoming approach to everything we do and strive for high standards of performance. We are known locally as ‘the Phil’.
What we do (adapted from the Society's Constitution):
The Phil has performed a great variety of works, including:
The Society is governed by a Committee in accordance with its Constitution. The Committee is responsible for the week to week running of the Society, its concerts, events and fundraising activities.
WHO’S WHO
Musical Director – Dr Glynn Jenkins
Accompanist – Jim Tribble
President – Beth Kennaway
What we do (adapted from the Society's Constitution):
- Study and practice choral music
- Give two concerts each year, one in December and one in March, featuring professional soloists and orchestra
- Foster public appreciation and knowledge of choral music
The Phil has performed a great variety of works, including:
- Bach's Magnificat
- Brahms 'Leibesleider Waltzes'
- Handel's Messiah
- Handel's 'Ode for St Cecilla's day'
- Hummel's Masses
- Purcell's Come Ye Sons of Art
- Purcell's 'Dido and Aenaes'
- Vaughan Williams' Fantasia on Christmas Carols
- and many others
The Society is governed by a Committee in accordance with its Constitution. The Committee is responsible for the week to week running of the Society, its concerts, events and fundraising activities.
WHO’S WHO
Musical Director – Dr Glynn Jenkins
Accompanist – Jim Tribble
President – Beth Kennaway
The Anstruther Philharmonic Society is a Charity Registered in Scotland Number SC030614
