Durham University Voices

An exciting unauditioned choir for anyone who has an interest in singing!

What is DUVs?

DUVs is an entirely un-auditioned programme welcoming all singers with a passion or interest in choral, pop and musical theatre music to be a part of large-scale projects alongside DUCS as well as independent projects, building up skills and experience in singing throughout.

Whether you’re keen to explore the world of choral music or simply want to sing pop and musical theatre, this is the choir for you!

Who is it for?

We encourage anyone with an interest in singing to be a part of DUVs. Whether you’re someone who has never sung in a choir, or you’re looking to improve your singing skills and audition for DUCS, this is the place for you.

Sessions focus on lots of different kinds of music with a range of pieces being sung throughout the academic year.

What does DUVs do?

DUVs undertakes a variety of different projects throughout the year. Last year DUVs focused more on choral music however this year we are changing that!

DUVS will be focusing on:

  • Choral Music

  • Pop Songs

  • Music Theatre Songs

There are lots of exciting things coming for 2026-27 too, and we encourage you to check back later for lots of exciting information about what this entails.

Ben Armitage

DUVs is lead and delivered by our Associate Conductor for 2026-27, Ben Armitage. He is passionate about making music as accessible for everyone as possible. DUVs is an un-auditioned group that is one of the largest and only ensembles in the University.

If you have any questions about the programme or how to sign up, do get in touch with him or our Vice President, Louis Allen, at du.voices@durham.ac.uk.