 The Canterbury Choral Society gives regular concerts in Canterbury Cathedral , specialising in the large @-@ scale choral works of the classical repertory . The Canterbury Orchestra , founded in 1953 , is a thriving group of enthusiastic players who regularly tackle major works from the symphonic repertoire . Other musical groups include the Canterbury Singers ( also founded in 1953 ) , <unk> , and the City of Canterbury Chamber Choir . The University of Kent has a Symphony Orchestra , a University Choir , a Chamber Choir , and a University Concert Band and Big Band . 
