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Music has been an integral part of the life of the Temple – and in particular the Temple Church – for many centuries.
Explore the history of the professional choir of the Temple Church which was founded in 1842, the distinguished musicians who have been associated with it, the four manual Harrison & Harrison organ, and the professional baroque ensemble, The Temple Players.
Find out about life as a Temple chorister, the musical and educational benefits and how to apply.
Organ & Organists
The Temple Church has been fortunate to have had many fine organs to enhance its music and worship. The present organ was installed in the church by its builder, Harrison & Harrison Ltd in 1954.
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The professional baroque ensemble The Temple Players was formed in 2006 and is a collaboration between Joseph Crouch, Matthew Truscott and James Vivian.
Temple PlayersChoir
Founded in 1842, the Temple Church Choir of eighteen boy choristers and twelve professional choir-men is considered to be one of the finest choirs in London.
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