The Edmund Octet is one of Suffolk’s most versatile and engaging vocal ensembles, bringing together twelve experienced singers who share a love of choral music in all its forms. Founded in 2008 by renowned tenor Marcel Rousseau, the group quickly found its musical direction under Music Director Gill Gane, who joined the following year. Today, we rehearse every Tuesday afternoon in Felsham Village Hall, where music, laughter, and good company are always part of the mix.
Although our name nods to our origins as an eight‑voice group, we’ve grown to a vibrant ensemble of twelve. This gives us a wonderfully rich sound and ensures we can confidently cover every part for any performance. All our members read music and sing with other choirs across Suffolk, bringing a wide range of experience and musical influences to the group.
Our Music
Our repertoire is deliberately broad — we love offering something for everyone. Audiences can expect an enjoyable mix that ranges from Palestrina to musical theatre, with Mozart, Britten, folk songs, light jazz, pop favourites, Latin motets, and even a touch of barbershop along the way. Whether we’re performing in a church, a village hall, or at a special event, we tailor our programmes to suit the occasion.
Explore our full repertoire here: http://bit.ly/OctetRepertoire
Where We Perform
The Edmund Octet sings throughout East Anglia, appearing at concerts, music festivals, weddings, funerals, and community events. Many of our performances support local charities — something we’re proud to champion. One recent highlight was our Christmas concert at the Wesley Centre in Elmswell, which raised £800 for Addenbrooke’s Charitable Trust.
Our Musical Leadership
After Gill Gane’s retirement in 2022 and a valued interim period with Graeme Hopson, we were delighted to welcome Benedict Collins Rice as our Music Director in February 2023. Under his guidance, the Edmund Octet continues to grow, evolve, and share the joy of choral singing with audiences across the region.
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