— OUR MUSICAL LEADERSHIP —
The artistry behind every rehearsal and concert.
Meet the two musicians who shape the sound of
Langcliffe Singers
— MUSICAL DIRECTOR —
— ACCOMPANIST —
Darren Everhart
Brian Heaton
Darren’s distinguished career spans international education and elite choral conducting.
An alumnus of Girton College, Cambridge, he obtained his M.A. in Music while directing the college’s chamber choir and orchestra, later earning a post-graduate diploma in orchestral conducting from Pisa University.
Following a successful tenure as Director of Music at Giggleswick School (2006–2012), Darren moved to Italy to take up the prestigious role of Director of Music at St George’s British International School in Rome.
He returned to the UK in 2020 to resume his leadership at Giggleswick School.
We are delighted to have Darren leading the Langcliffe Singers, bringing his world-class vision and expertise to our ensemble.
Brian joined the Langcliffe Singers as accompanist in 1993, bringing a wealth of distinguished collaborative experience to the ensemble.
He studied piano at the London College of Music, where he subsequently completed post-graduate studies specialising in accompaniment.
Throughout his career, Brian has participated in prestigious masterclasses with acclaimed artists such as Roger Vignoles.
He has partnered a diverse array of instrumentalists and vocalists, including a notable performance alongside violin virtuoso Nigel Kennedy in the presence of Sir Colin Davis.
For many years the resident accompanist for the Chiswick Choir—one of West London’s leading amateur choruses—Brian now balances his role at Langcliffe Singers with an extensive teaching and accompanying portfolio across the North West.
He also serves as a conductor for ensembles at the Skipton Music Centre.
Music Director · Appointed 2021
Choir Accompanist