A CHOIR of 100 singers will perform a concert with their new conductor.

The South West Essex Choir accompanied by the Bartholdy Chamber Orchestra will appear under the baton of James Sherlock for the first time at Holy Trinity Church in Hermon Hill, South Woodford on December 1 at 7.30pm.

They will sing John Rutter’s Magnificat and three short pieces by Mozart, including Exultate Jubilate which will be performed by Wanstead-based professional soprano Augusta Hebbert.

Tickets cost £12, £10 concessions or £3 for under-18s in advance and can be bought by calling 01277 219853.

On the day, tickets will be available on 07850 587899 for £14 or £12 concessions £12.