Anne Whitehead – MD

Anne has a lifelong love of music and a huge amount of experience as a choral singer, soloist, and member of the 'Dedicated Divas' a Christian UK/Europen touring all-female vocal ensemble.
From an early age, she was surrounded by all kinds of music – from Bach to Broadway – and has gone on to sing in some wonderful venues, including the Royal Albert Hall, Carnegie Hall in New York, and many churches/concert venues across the UK.
Anne is never happier than when she’s singing and conducting The Village Voices, sharing her passion, energy, and love of music with the choir.
She also works at a local independent school as part of the Music and Performing Arts Department, teaching Nursery to Year 2 children the basics of music and helping them discover the joy of singing.
She is married to Gareth and has a son, Adam, twin daughters Imogen and Olivia, and a much-loved grandson, Tyler.

Maia Pearce – Pianist

Born and raised in Bulgaria, Maia studied Music in Plovdiv before beginning her career as an accompanist with the Opera and Ballet Company there. She has performed internationally with both Bulgarian and English pop bands and later became Head of Music at Thorpe Hall School, Southend for 17 years!

A highly respected and much-loved pianist, Maia brings versatility, warmth and calm support to The Village Voices. We are delighted to have her

Member comments...

Our members often talk about the joy of performing, the laughter at rehearsals, and the strong friendships formed along the way.

“A wonderful evening spent in good company – a thoroughly enjoyable night,” said Brenda after a concert. “We all had a wonderful evening,” added Julie.

Elaine commented,
“Fabulous smiles and fabulous outfits matched the singing!”

For many, The Village Voices is about far more than music. It offers friendship, encouragement, and support – sometimes at moments when it’s needed most. That sense of care and connection is what makes our choir so special.