Guide designed by Katie de Lusignan, Music Societies Officers

Information provided by individual societies

September 2019
 A Cappella Society Beats and Bass
If you’re interested in A Cappella singing at Exeter, there Beats and Bass is Exeter University’s premier dance music
are many different ways in which you can get involved! society and club night. We offer our members the chance
to take part in the world of UK dance music in every way
possible - from attending our own club nights, to DJing at
The Bluebelles- One of Exeter’s two fabulous all- our workshops, events and socials, to our radio show on XpressionFM,
female a cappella groups, these wonderful ladies have to music production… - you can get involved at any level.
sung and danced their way through every genre you
can name, from jazz standards to Pixie Lott. The
Bluebelles can do anything and we’re excited to see Facebook:
what they’ll do next!
/beatsandbass
Harmonics A Cappella- Despite being a non-competitive
Instagram:
group, the beautiful sound this group makes is second to
none. With 16 auditioned singers, Harmonics tackle @beats_bass_ex
classical heavyweights such as Vaughn Williams and
Whitacre with a unique talent which has caught the
attention of former ‘King’s Singer’, Stephen Connolly.
Illuminations A Cappella - A mixed group of char- Big Band
ismatic and talented singers, Illuminations A Cappel- EUBB is the university’s unauditioned jazz ensemble,
la has built a reputation for slick performance, com-
formed in 2012. A sociable, award-winning band, we
plex arrangements and impeccable choreography.
Last year they gave us a new music video and a UK play a large variety of music from swing and latin, to
tour, and we can’t wait to see what’s next! funk and pop. We play at many society balls, local
festivals, and host our own independent gigs, and have
Sweet Nothings- Another group full of fabulous ladies, even played at the university’s highly
Sweet Nothings are known for their sassy stage presence,
popular Enchanted Garden Ball.
powerful vocals and fiery red outfits as they have taken
stages from the streets of Exeter to the ICCAs, all the way We are three time winners of the “Best
to Edinburgh. Band” in the South West Battle of the Big
Take Note- A newer group, Take Note welcomes everyone Bands competition, and have performed at
with a passion for singing without auditions. This group the 2015 Montreux Jazz Festival in
can match every competitive group in enthusiasm and Switzerland.
have become known for their amazing work in the
community and raising money for charity. Facebook/Instagram:
@exeteruniversitybigband
Facebook: Exeter University A Cappella Society
Website: https://www.eubb.co.uk
Instagram: @exeter_a_cappella

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 Brass Ensemble
We are an unauditioned, fun and friendly
brass ensemble. Providing an inclusive and
supportive space we cater for brass players of
all standards, with diverse and productive rehearsals. Our performanc-
es are high-quality and range from busking to concerts, with at least 2
per term. One of our main aims is to raise awareness with the smaller
societies in the Exeter music scene, promoting and collaborating
when possible.
Facebook: /exeterunibrass
Instagram: @exeter_uni_brass_ensemble
Campus Bands
Running regular student gigs and socials to bring
you the very best of new live music, we at Campus
Bands give you the chance to meet like-minded
people to enjoy music with and maybe even create
some of your own! Then, if you fancy it, you can
play at some of our regular biweekly Timepiece gigs, hosted every
other Monday. In Term 2, we host our famous Battle of the Bands
event, which has become increasingly more competitive and
mindblowing and will definitely be one to watch this year! We
provide an exclusive bookable practice room with regularly
maintained equipment and can also lend some equipment if you
fancy putting on your own gig. We are here to help with ANY aspect
of gigging on and off stage. So if you enjoy live music, whether
watching and listening, performing, dancing or organising, we are the
society you have been looking for. Come over and share the love for
live.
Facebook: Campus Bands
Instagram: @campusbands
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Chamber Orchestra
Chamber orchestra is an auditioned string orchestra,
conducted by Paul McClure. We play a wide variety of
high standard music, from Bach’s Brandenburg
Concerto to Abreu’s “Tico Tico no Fuba!”. We hold
concerts each term, giving us the chance to perform in venues such as
the beautiful Mary Harris Chapel. Tour is the main highlight of the
Chamber Orchestra calendar– our most recent destinations have been
Berlin and Seville! Tour offers the opportunity to perform in
prestigious venues, explore new places and make great friendships! If
you’re a string player, please come along to auditions!
Facebook: Exeter University Chamber Orchestra
Instagram: @euchamber // Twitter: @UoEChamberOrch
Choral Society
Exeter University Choral Society is the largest
un-auditioned classical choir on campus. We are a
welcoming mixture of students and associate members
(including alumni, staff and members of the community)
who meet to perform an eclectic mix of choral works, ranging from Mozart
and Beethoven to more modern pieces! Recent performances have included
Handel's Messiah, Puccini’s Messa Di Gloria, Verdi's Anvil Chorus,
Britten’s Ceremony of Carols, Brahms’ Requiem, and selected works from
'Les Miserables'. At our most recent event, we hosted a workshop featuring
the brilliant John Rutter, learning and performing works from 'Sacred
Choruses'. When we’re not singing, we’re hosting a boastful range of socials,
including (but in no way limited to): rock climbing, cycling, club nights, board
gaming, salsa nights, picnics, trips to the Northcott Theatre, and trips to
Dartmoor! 
Facebook: University of
Exeter Choral Society
Instagram: @uoechoralsoc
 Clarinet Choir
Exeter University Clarinet Choir is an
unauditioned, relaxed and friendly music society
welcoming clarinettists of all abilities. We play a
range of styles of music, from classical to film
music to jazz, and we also play a variety of clari-
nets, mostly Bb, but also Eb, Alto and Bass. Our
rehearsals are fun and productive, and we
perform in termly concerts in collaboration with
other small ensembles.
Facebook: Exeter University Clarinet Choir
Instagram: @exeteruniclarinetchoir
Snapchat: euclc
Concert Band
Exeter University Concert Band is an
unauditioned band made of wind, brass and
percussion instruments. We welcome and
accompany musicians of all abilities, and we play a fun set of music
ranging from familiar film medleys to classic wind band pieces, such
as: Doctor Who, How To Train Your Dragon, Disney Medley, Moment
for Morricone and Loch Lomond. We rehearse every Thursday at
6:30pm to 8:30pm in the Frank Oliver
Recital Hall in Kay House, Duryard. Our
rehearsals are fun and relaxed, as we work
towards a concert at the end of every term.
Facebook: Exeter University Concert Band
Instagram/Twitter: @euconcertband
Youtube: Exeter University Concert Band
Email: euconcertband@gmail.com
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Contemporary Choir
We are a fun, friendly and un-auditioned choir that
sing a variety of genres. We are the biggest music
society on campus and are very proud to have won
"Student Group of the Year" 2019! We rehearse every Wednesday and
hold performances at the end of each term at venues in and around
Exeter. Each term features additional performance opportunities such
as Carolling!
Anyone is welcome to come along for a
rehearsal to see what we're all about. There is no
obligation to join but we’re pretty sure you'll
have a great time and want to sing with us
again!
Facebook: /execontempchoir
Instagram: @execontempchoir
Twitter: @exetercontempchoir
Country Music Society
"What makes you country?": Something Exeter's coun-
try music society aims to answer. If you are a lover of
country music then this is the society for you! Our aim
is to bring people together through a shared love of
country music. Country tells a story: everyone can relate to it. There-
fore whether you are a country enthusiast or just would like to dis-
cover more, this society aims to give the music, and country music
culture, the love it deserves.
Facebook: Exeter University
Country Music Society
Instagram:
@exetercountrymusicsociety
 Flute Choir
We are a small, friendly, unauditioned group of en-
thusiastic flautists who meet each week to play a
wide range of repertoire from classic pieces
like Dambusters to stage and screen pieces such as The Bare
Necessities. Mostly, we play concert flutes, but we also have a piccolo,
alto and bass flute to add to our ensemble that everyone is welcome
to try. We also hold regular socials and termly performances, some of
which are in collaboration with other music societies.  most talented musicians to perform challenging and rewarding musical
Facebook:
/ExeUniFluteChoir
Instagram:
@exeuniflutechoir
Folk Society
We are a society of passionate dancers
and musicians celebrating all things
Folk. The folk tradition is inclusive and
welcoming and we're no different. Regardless of ability or experience,
if you’ve got energy, you’re perfect! The society originated as the Folk
Dance Society 60 years ago, today we not
only dance, but also hold music and song
sessions, run dancing workshops and are
the home of Pigasus, the Folksoc Ceilidh
Band.
Website: www.exeterfolksoc.org.uk
Facebook: /exeterfolksoc
Twitter: @exeterfolksoc
Instagram: @exeterfolksoc
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Footlights
Footlights is the University of Exeter’s biggest
musical theatre society, committed to delivering
spectacle-filled productions, with fully-realised shows, Spotlights Show
Choir, Fitlights (our dance-fitness class!) and more. Specialising in major
dance-based musicals with an exceptionally high production quality, we
strive to provide opportunities to students across every musical and
theatrical discipline. Acting with Footlights is energetic and exciting, but it is
just one way of getting involved. We consistently bring together Exeter’s
scores and offer countless opportunities to experience production roles from
lighting design to fundraising, set building to photography.
Facebook: Exeter Footlights //
Exeter Spotlights
Instagram: @exeterfootlights //
@exeterspotlights
Gilbert & Sullivan Society
The Exeter Gilbert and Sullivan Society is the oldest theatre
society at the university. Established over 50 years ago, we
produce and perform the works of the dramatist W.S
Gilbert and composer Arthur Sullivan, seen as by many as
the forefathers to modern musical theatre. We aim to
provide opportunities to everyone interested in theatre, priding our
reputation as one of the friendliest and most welcoming theatre societies.
Our ambition is to rework these classic operettas– thinking in an innovative
way to bring life back to the genre, providing exciting opportunities not just
for talented performers but also creative and production teams. Each year,
we offer two full scale productions with opportunities for ambitious actors,
singers, dancers and musicians as well as smaller concerts and fundraisers
throughout the academic year with a more intimate setting, highlighting the
musical talent of the society.
Facebook: Exeter University Gilbert and Sullivan Society
Instagram: @exetergilbertandsullivan

Gospel Choir
EUGC is a fun place where singers and lovers of
gospel music come together to make music in a
fun and relaxed environment. We pride ourselves
in the building of skill for singers of all abilities. We
aim to promote gospel music in Exeter and ulti-
mately progress to larger platforms within the UK.
Facebook: /
UoEGospelChoir
Instagram:
@exeterugc
Jazz Orchestra
EUJO is Exeter University’s fully auditioned jazz and funk
society. Consisting of three primary ensembles, The Big
Band, The Anything Goes Funk Band and the Small Band,
EUJO plays a wide variety of professional gigs across the
region. In the past these have included both Uni related events - such as
Society Balls, Conferences and Graduation ceremonies - and private
functions outside of Uni, such as weddings, drinks receptions, public
functions and local music festivals. In September of each year, we audition
a full orchestra comprised of saxes, brass, full rhythm section, as well as
vocalists. We rehearse once a week on a Monday evening in Kay House,
and this year we’ve got loads of plans for gigs, society collaborations,
socials, as well as the famous
Facebook: Exeter University
Jazz Orchestra
Instagram: @eujojazz

Indie Music Society Modern Orchestra

Indie Soc is the best place to meet people with a love of indie music,
unsurprisingly, and our many social events, ranging from pub crawls,
games nights, Indie Night at the Cavern club, and visits to gigs in
Bristol, will appeal to all tastes. We also bring the bands to you, and
are in the process of organising shows in Exeter, including No Hot
Ashes at Cavern in September.
Facebook: University of Exeter
Indie Music Society
EUMO is an unauditioned, musical ensemble which
combines a Symphony Orchestra with Saxophones,
Guitar, Bass, Drums, Piano, Synth and Vocals to play a range of modern
and contemporary pieces including rock and roll, funk, jazz, musical and
pop. We rehearse on a Friday night at 6:30-8:30pm in Frank Oliver at Kay
House, Duryard. Rehearsals are a relaxing and fun way to unwind and play
music with friends at the end of the week and each term we work towards
a concert. We welcome all musicians and vocalists of any ability to come
make music with us - whatever you play and whatever standard, we'd love
you to join us!

Instagram: @exeindiesoc Facebook:

/themodernorchestra
Instagram: @eumomusic

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 Opera Society Saxophone Choir
In Opera Society, we focus on people who want to get involved Exeter University Saxophone Choir (EUSax) is a chilled
in the music and theatre scene at Exeter but do not want to society for saxophonists of all abilities to meet up and
audition to do so. Our society offers: play. We play a variety of genres of music, including
- A full-scale production of an Opera for those interested in jazz, film, and a little bit of classical. Most of the choir
branching out of their comfort zone and learning the skill of
plays alto, and if you can't bring your own instrument, we have a
performing opera on-stage
- Concerts for both singers and orchestral players for couple available for you to use. Alternatively, if you fancy playing the
everyone to explore the music tenor, baritone or soprano instead of the alto, you're welcome to do
- Viewings of professional operas on stage and on so! Whether you're a virtuoso on the sax, or just starting out, this is
screen at places such as the Northcott and Vue Cinema the society for you.
- Socials to make friends with like-minded people.
There really is some- Facebook: /EUSaxes
Facebook: /UoEOperaSociety
thing for everyone in Instagram:
our friendly-focused Twitter: @UoEOperaSociety
society, and we’d love @exeterunisaxchoir
to have you join us! Instagram: @operasoc

Rock and Metal Society
We aim to bring together people who share a love
of rock, metal and punk music (not geology), and want
to attend gigs and enjoy our socials. In the past we
have organised trips to Bristol to see bands such
as Alestorm, SWMRS and Mastodon and to London to see Metallica.
We also organise gigs of our own at the Cavern in Exeter with
discounted entry for members, the first this year being Cybernetic
Witch Cult on October 22nd. As well as all of this we also run pub
quizzes and other socials throughout the year like any other society.
Facebook: University
of Exeter Rock and
Metal Society
Instagram:
@exeter_rams
Semi-Toned
Semi-Toned is at the forefront of a cappella in the Unit-
ed Kingdom. The group became national champions in
2015 having won the Voice Festival UK. In 2016, Semi-
Toned went on to win the BBC2 competition The Choir:
Gareth’s Best in Britain. In 2017 the group reached the final of Sky 1
TV show, ‘Sing! Ultimate A Cappella’. Now an international phenome-
non, they perform in the US and the UK, and are renowned for their
five-star sell out shows at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. The group
embraces music of a variety of genres to ensure there is something
for everyone in their shows. All topped off with the group’s iconic
burgundy blazers.
Facebook: Semi-Toned
Instagram: @semitoned
Website: http://www.semitoned.com
Email: info@semitoned.com

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 Shotgun Theatre Symphony Orchestra and
Shotgun Theatre strives to create innovative and Symphonic Wind Orchestra
boundary-breaking Musical Theatre productions. We
EUSO and EUSWO are Exeter University’s
are committed to providing opportunities in all aspects
auditioned orchestras, both professionally
of theatre for our members to push creative and per-
conducted by our musical director, Tim Pithers.
sonal boundaries, producing work with the potential to excel in, and
EUSO is a full scale symphony orchestra that
go beyond, the Student Theatre scene. We hold a long history of pro-
rehearses every Tuesday during term time, and
ducing prestigious shows to excellent reviews, presenting 4 full-scale
EUSWO is the university’s newest auditioned ensemble, a ‘project-led’
shows throughout the year. We pride ourselves on our inclusive ethos,
wind orchestra that holds three more intensive rehearsals each term.
opening our show decisions to a members’ vote twice a year. We are
Wind, percussion and front desk strings are auditioned in late
also committed to our society’s social aspect, offering Social Member-
September, with all other string desks unauditioned. We also hold
ships and hosting events for theatre-lovers throughout the year, such
yearly auditions to give soloists the opportunity to play a concerto with
as our bi-termly Open Mic Cabaret Evenings. Anyone is welcome to
the orchestra.
sing their hearts out or simply enjoy a night of great music and infec-
tious vibes. We can’t wait to welcome you to Theatre at Exeter! We perform three joint concerts throughout the year, with recent
repertoire including the likes of Sibelius’ Symphony No.2 and
Facebook: Shotgun Theatre Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake Suite with the Symphony Orchestra, and Nigel
Hess’ East Coast Pictures and Guy Woolfenden’s Illyrian Dances with
Instagram: @ShotgunTheatre the Wind Orchestra.
Twitter: @ShotgunTheatre We’re a friendly and
welcoming society, with
exciting things in store for
Soul Choir the next year, such as
working with the
A group of 40 singers with our very own Soul band; Bournemouth Symphony
we like our music live and with a dash of soul, whether Orchestra and outreach
that is Motown classics or covers of contemporary hits performances at a local
with a soul twist. From charity fundraisers in venues care home and the
such as Monkey Suit, Christmas Concerts in museum.
St Davids Church and our annual joint performance with the Exeter
University Jazz Orchestra at the Phoenix, Soul Choir has built a
reputation of producing great live music with bagfuls of SOUL. Website: www.eusoconnected.co.uk

Facebook: Exeter University Soul Choir Facebook: /eusoconnected

Instagram: @eusoconnected
Instagram: @exetersoulchoir

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 University Singers
Exeter University singers is the University’s
chamber choir. Conducted by Matthew
Jeffrey and Daniel Maw, the choir is made up of approximately 40
singers who take pride in producing concerts and recordings of a high
standard across Devon and around the world through regular tours.
We sing a diverse range of music from Classical to 21st century works,
running fun, focused weekly rehearsals and regular workshop days.
Whilst the choir take pride in the high standard of musicianship
achieved, it is also known for its family feel and vibrant social scene.
Facebook: /exeteruniversitysingers
Instagram: @exeteruniversitysingers
Twitter: @exetersingers
World Music Choir
Taught by a professional, fun and friendly director, we
rehearse every Tuesday from 7-8:30pm in the Peter
Chalk Rooms 1.1-1.3, singing gorgeous music from all
around the world. This means different lan-
guages, lovely harmonies and a chance to try
something new every week! Unlike many other
choirs, we don't audition - everyone is wel-
come. We are a diverse group, with members
coming together from all across the planet to
create a wonderful sound! We also wel-
come non-student members, which makes us
unique amongst the university's non-classical
choirs and gives us a real community feel.
Facebook: University of Exeter World Music Choir
Instagram: @wmc_exeter Website: www.ojay.uk/
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Chapel Choir
Chapel Choir is part of the University’s Chaplaincy who sing in liturgical
services offered by the University Chapels as well as around Devon and
in Exeter Cathedral. More information can be found here:
https://www.exeter.ac.uk/chaplaincy/christian/anglican/chapelchoir/
Email Contacts:
A Cappella Society - acappella@groups.exeterguild.com
Beats and Bass Society - beatsandbass@groups.exeterguild.com
Big Band - bigband@groups.exeterguild.com
Brass Ensemble - brassensemble@groups.exeterguild.com
Campus Bands - campusbands@groups.exeterguild.com
Chamber Orchestra - chamberorchestra@groups.exeterguild.com
Choral Society - choral@groups.exeterguild.com
Clarinet Choir - clarinetchoir@groups.exeterguild.com
Concert Band - concertband@groups.exeterguild.com
Contemporary Choir - contemporarychoir@groups.exeterguild.com
Country Music Society - countrymusicsociety@groups.exeterguild.com
Flute Choir - flutechoir@groups.exeterguild.com
Folk Society - folk@groups.exeterguild.com
Gospel Choir - exeteruniversitygospelchoir@groups.exeterguild.com
Indie Music Society - indiemusic@groups.exeterguild.com
Jazz Orchestra - jazzorchestra@groups.exeterguild.com
Modern Orchestra - modernorchestra@groups.exeterguild.com
Rock and Metal Society - heavymetalsoc@groups.exeterguild.com
Saxophone Choir - saxophonechoir@groups.exeterguild.com
Semi-Toned - semi-toned@groups.exeterguild.com
Soul Choir - soulchoir@groups.exeterguild.com
Symphony Orchestra - symphonyorchestra@groups.exeterguild.com
University Singers - universitysingers@groups.exeterguild.com
World Music Choir - worldmusicchoir@groups.exeterguild.com
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