Community voices unite at Bexhill singing event
A celebration of music and community spirit took centre stage at the De La Warr Pavilion as hundreds gathered for the Singinspiration26 event.
Organised by the Lifted Up Community Choir, the event brought together 300 voices from across Bexhill, Eastbourne, St Leonards, and Hastings. Performers were accompanied by a vibrant live gospel band, creating an electric and joyful atmosphere that resonated throughout the iconic venue.
Participants ranged in age from just eight years old to eighty.
The performance was led by artistic director Day Levale, guest director Gareth Fuller and the internationally respected Pegasus Opera Company.
Among those in attendance was Abul Azad, former Bexhill Mayor and vice chairman of East Sussex County Council, who said: “It was an honour to attend this evening. Singinspiration26 is a truly inspiring community event. It is always a privilege to support initiatives that bring people together, and this promises to be a remarkable evening.”
“Events like Singinspiration26 highlight the very best of local communities. This is far more than a concert—it is a celebration of unity, diversity, and the transformative power of music. It beautifully reflects the inclusive spirit of our communities and the importance of coming together through shared cultural experiences.”