Name: Flash mob choir perform at Preston shopping centre
Uploaded: 2026-03-31T12:06:32.000Z
Duration: 4 min 14 s
Description: Flash mob choir, Local Vocals, surprise Preston shoppers with an uplifting performance of James' 1990 hit song, Sit Down. Credit: Brent Binion

Preston shoppers were treated to a surprise musical performance by a flash mob choir at the weekend.

Dozens of singers from community choir group Local Vocals suddenly burst into song at St George’s Shopping Centre on Sunday afternoon.

Performing from the balcony on the first floor, the choir lifted people’s spirits with a rousing singalong of James’ 1991 hit ‘Sit Down’.

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Members of Local Vocals staged a surprise performance for shoppers at St George's Shopping Centre in Preston on Sunday (March 29) | Brent Binion

placeholder image — Members of Local Vocals staged a surprise performance for shoppers at St George's Shopping Centre in Preston on Sunday (March 29) | Brent Binion

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Shoppers appeared delighted with the unexpected performance, with many singing along and clapping..

Local Vocals are an inclusive community choir with groups across Lancashire and the North West, where you can “sing feel-good songs, make lasting friendships, and change your life through the joy of singing together”.

There are no auditions and no previous singing experience is required. You can find more information on the website.