Wedding and funeral choirs in Richmond upon Thames
The London Borough of Richmond upon Thames is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful parts of London, with its royal parks, Thames-side walks, and handsome period architecture. The London Choral Service provides conservatoire-trained singers and instrumentalists for funerals, weddings, memorials, and ceremonies across Richmond, Twickenham, Kew, Ham, and the surrounding areas.
Richmond is one of over thirty London boroughs we cover — see the full list, with named venues, on our London hub page.
Weddings at St Mary Magdalene and in Kew
Richmond upon Thames is one of London’s most sought-after wedding locations, and it is easy to see why. St Mary Magdalene by the river and the churches of Kew both make fine settings for a marriage ceremony, and our singers also perform at the many licensed venues in Twickenham, Ham, and beyond. At the Chapel Royal, Hampton Court Palace, we sing at weddings only with the permission of the chapel’s clergy. From triumphant hymns to tender motets, we work with each couple to create a musical programme that enhances the joy of the day. Our guide to choosing wedding hymns is a good place to start.
Choir sizes from St Mary Magdalene to St Anne’s Kew
For a wedding at St Mary Magdalene Richmond, we’d typically suggest a sextet or larger, because the volume of the building rewards more voices. St Anne’s Kew is more intimate; a quartet or sextet sits comfortably there depending on the size of the congregation. Mortlake Crematorium runs to a fixed service length, so a quartet is generally the right call: enough to lead a hymn, compact enough for the chapel. The parish churches in Twickenham, Teddington, Ham, and Barnes vary in scale; most handle a quartet well, with a sextet adding weight at the larger ones. For a graveside committal, a soloist is often more fitting. You’ll find the fee for a quartet at Mortlake or a sextet at St Mary Magdalene on our pricing page.
“The singers were quite simply wonderful. They brought such warmth to the service — it was exactly what we had hoped for and more.”
Funerals at Mortlake Crematorium and St Mary Magdalene
We regularly perform at services throughout the borough, including St Mary Magdalene Richmond — a landmark church overlooking the Thames — Mortlake Crematorium, and St Anne’s Kew. Our singers also work at churches and chapels in Ham, Twickenham, Teddington, and Barnes, bringing the same care and professionalism to every service. A soloist singing a reflective piece, a quartet leading the congregation in traditional hymns — we help you find music that feels right for the person you are remembering. Our funeral music guide offers a wide range of suggestions, and we encourage you to get in touch to discuss your plans.
Mortlake Crematorium serves a wide area of south-west London, and our singers know its chapels well. We understand the particular timing constraints of crematorium services and work efficiently within them, ensuring that every note counts. Live singing at a crematorium service changes the mood of the room in a way recorded music rarely does. You can find out more about how we prepare for each service on our services page.
Carols from Richmond’s riverside to Twickenham
Every December we provide carol services and roaming carol singers for offices, venues, and residents’ events across Richmond upon Thames, from the riverside terraces of Richmond to Twickenham, Kew, and Ham. A small ensemble can lead Christmas carol services at a venue near St Mary Magdalene, or carol singers for your event can circulate through an office party or residents’ gathering.
Questions about Kew, Richmond and Mortlake
What size of choir suits St Anne’s Kew?
St Anne’s Kew is more intimate than St Mary Magdalene, and a quartet (from £1,150) or a sextet (from £1,600) sits comfortably there, depending on the size of the congregation.
Do you sing at Mortlake Crematorium in Richmond?
Yes, we sing at Mortlake Crematorium regularly and know its chapels well. Our singers arrive early to coordinate with staff and plan the programme to fit within the allocated time slots. A soloist is often the best choice for crematorium services, though a quartet works well there too.
Nearby boroughs: Hounslow · Kingston upon Thames · Wandsworth · Hammersmith & Fulham