‘Sex offence’ conductor is suspended from his post

Joseph Cullen, former head of the LSO Chorus who has been charged with sex offences in Glasgow, has been suspended from his position with the Huddersfield Choral Society. Statement follows.

Statement concerning the position of The Huddersfield Choral Society’s Chorus Master

The Huddersfield Choral Society has today suspended its Chorus Master, Joseph Cullen following his appearance at Glasgow Sheriff Court on Monday during which he was charged with two counts of lewd, indecent and libidinous practices and behaviour.

The Officers of The Choral Society have taken immediate steps to suspend Mr Cullen to protect the interests of The Society and its members pending the legal outcome of the allegations.

The Society is not aware of any instances of misconduct during Mr Cullen’s association with the Choir and as such, has nothing more to add at this stage but will update this statement as soon as the outcome of the case is known or if anything material occurs in the meantime.

Preparations for The Society’s next concert on October 31st, along with all other musical matters, will continue without interruption.