This carol concert will feature some of the Manchester carols alongside some Christmas audience favourites. Cynthia, one of the choir members from Hassocks, commented: “I have loved the learning the Manchester Carols with their beautiful words and music. I am also looking forward to singing the piece ‘Sing’ with Neil Matthews from Hurst College playing the organ. It should sound fantastic.”

The choir has been performing in Haywards Heath for almost 80 years and has attracted some loyal followers. One of them said: “I have attended several Mid Sussex Choir concerts, and I like them as it’s always great to attend a concert just before Christmas.”

The concert takes place at St Wilfrid’s Church on 16 December at 7.30pm. Parking is usually available. Tickets are £13 in advance, £15 on the door (under 16s are free). Tickets are available from www.ticketsource.co.uk/mid-sussex-choir