Farmers’ Choir looks forward to Spring Concert!

Over 30 members of the Farmers' Choir who took part in the BBC Big Sing Event

The members of the Farmers’ Choir are delighted to stage their Spring Concert at The Braid Arts Centre, Ballymena on Wednesday 30th April 2025 at 8pm.

This is the first time the choir will sing in the iconic Ballymena venue.  

With a membership of almost 60, the choir consists of farmers, farmers’ wives, farm family members, rural dwellers as well as those with a connection to the agri-food industry. They are a group of like minded individuals who enjoy singing together and a good conversation about rural affairs.  

The choir’s Spring Concert includes many well known and uplifting melodies, selected by Musical Director, Barkley Thompson.

Barkley Thompson, Farmers’ Choir Musical Director

From a farming family himself, Barclay is no stranger to The Braid. He has conducted many groups at this venue, in his role as music teacher at Ballymena Academy.

Under Barkley’s leadership, the choir has performed at Parliament Buildings, Stormont and at other venues across N. Ireland. Numerous members have recently been involved in the BBC’s Big Sing event, staged at the Ulster Hall.  

The audience is guaranteed a great night’s entertainment with the Farmers’ Choir and after the concert, those attending can enjoy a chat over a cup of tea.

Tickets for this event, which are in high demand, are available at The Braid Arts Centre, Ballymena or online at www.thebraid.com