Our Musical Leadership  🎶

Sally Sumpner is Chair of Ilkley Choral Society

See ICS Team for a list of all the members of her Committee. 

Mark Laurillard is Chair of Otley Choral Society 

See OCS Team for a list of all the members of his Committee. 

Alex Kyle is Musical Director for Ilkley and Otley Choral Societies

Alex has been our MD since since January 2024. He is a well established figure in Yorkshire music circles as an experienced conductor, solo singer and singing teacher. 

See Alex Kyle for more details. 

Alex Kyle clapping
Robert at piano

Robert Sudall is Accompanist for Ilkley Choral Society

Robert is a highly-accomplished jazz pianist, organist and composer. He is in extensive demand as an accompanist and teacher, and has been the Accompanist for Ilkley Choral society for the last 15 years.

See Robert Sudall for more details. 

Anthony Gray is Accompanist for Otley Choral Society

Anthony is a highly-experienced organist, pianist, conductor and composer. He joined Otley Choral Society as Accompanist and Assistant Musical Director in 2026. 

See Anthony Gray for more details.