Singing the People’s Song

Come along to our afternoon Hymn Festival, hosted by The Hymn Society of Great Britain and Ireland, the RSCM, and the Ulster Society of Organists and Choirmasters. Enjoy singing uplifting hymns and find new favourites to share with your worship community.

Revd Canon Dr Gordon Giles, Canon Chancellor at Rochester Cathedral and author of Sing to the Lord, will present the hymns. Hugh Morris, Director of the RSCM, will lead the singing.

About the event

Event date: Saturday 14th November, 2026

Venue: Fisherwick Presbyterian Church, Malone Road, Belfast BT9 5DJ

Singing the People’s Song is a chance for you and your friends to come together and celebrate hymns in today’s world. These meaningful songs can reflect your own experiences and feelings. Let them inspire your worship wherever you go.

On the day, singers will rehearse together from 2 to 3 pm. The public event with hymn singing will start at 3:30 pm.

If you are interested, contact us, and we will send you the music to enjoy at home or with your singing group. We hope you feel welcome and ready to join in.

Contact us: Alf – (0774298715) agcasement@gmail.com

More on this event from the RSCM: https://www.rscm.org.uk/events/singing-the-peoples-song-hymn-festival/

CONDUCTOR: Hugh Morris
Director, Royal School of Church Music

PRESENTER: Revd Dr Gordon Giles
Canon Chancellor, Rochester Cathedral
Writer and Hymn Book Editor