Who we are: 

Northern Lights is Durham University’s top A Cappella group, entering its 9th year of existence. Northern Lights is a mixed group of talented, diverse and passionate performers who seek to entertain all kinds of audiences solely through their voices and unique arrangements. Everything performed is arranged by someone in the ensemble, usually by the musical directors – but anyone in the group is welcome to arrange their own pieces. The group performs a range of genres and styles and often collaborate with other university A Cappella choirs across the country. 

Why Age UK County Durham?

No-one should feel alone at Christmas. We at Northern Lights feel very strongly about the continuing impact that the pandemic has had on the world, but more closely within the Durham community itself. Experiencing significant loss, in all respects, has led to vulnerability and isolation, particularly within the older residents across Durham. Age UK County Durham are making significant stands to improve the wellbeing and happiness of so many residents across the county. Their services include: help at home, counselling and the 'Never alone Always Heard' project involving letters and/or phone calls to extend friendly relationships between their volunteers and the residents. Northern Lights are so proud to be raising money and awareness for such a terrific charity, that has honestly been so essential these past 2 years, but has also retained a fundamental presence in Durham since its inception. By donating to Age UK County Durham, you're ensuring that someone has a brighter Christmas. We really hope you enjoy the Single and have a VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR!

From AgeUK Website:

'Age UK County Durham is an independent local charity. We've been working in the local community to help older people for  over 40 years. We have 22 dedicated staff and over 100 volunteers helping us to deliver services and activities for older people in County Durham.'
Find out more here: 
Age UK County Durham | Information and advice for later life

More about our group:

As well as performing at balls, external hire gigs and Durham events across the year, the group also enters the International Championship of Collegiate A Cappella every year. Northern Lights is regarded as a highly rated competitive group, placing second nationally in the 2020 ICCA UK Final in a 1000-seat theatre in London. Additionally, every year Northern Lights perform their own show at the 500-seat Gala Theatre in Durham. This is always a highly anticipated performance in their busy calendar, which also includes an annual trip to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, which they have been attending since 2015. This summer, Northern Lights managed a hugely successful run at the Fringe, selling out over half of their performances.