Singers from Braintree, Witham, and Colchester took part in a flash mob as part of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations.

Rock Choir, which is led by choir master Adam Abo Henriksen, arranged to perform a series of ‘spontaneous’ renditions of iconic feel-good hits such as ‘Dancing in the Street’ and Queen’s ‘Don’t Stop Me Now’, to get the public in celebratory mood.

Braintree and Witham Times: Dance routine – there is plenty of clapping and rhythmic movement to accompany the singingDance routine – there is plenty of clapping and rhythmic movement to accompany the singing

In this case, the idea of a flash mob is for a group of singers, disguised as ordinary members of the public, to begin performing a musical number whilst actual members of the public watch on in amazement.

It was part of a national plan by Rock Choir which saw its 33,000 members across the UK take part in 70 flash mobs in 70 different locations.

It was not the first time Colchester Rock Choir greatly entertained members of the public with their performances. Last month, the group got together to sing Dancing in the Street in Culver Square in Colchester as shoppers stopped to watch or join in the rendition.

The performance was part of the Colchester to Ukraine Humanitarian and Emergency Aid Campaign.

And the same group took to the streets once again over the weekend, much to the delight of unwitting members of the public.

Mr Henriksen, who has been the musical director for a variety of theatre company productions, said: “I still love every session, performance and event with my wonderful choirs as much as I did in my first year.

Braintree and Witham Times: Spur of the moment – flashmobs look spontaneous to the public, but are actually carefully plannedSpur of the moment – flashmobs look spontaneous to the public, but are actually carefully planned

“I feel incredibly lucky to work for such a supportive and brilliant company and team.”

And Caroline Redman Lusher, creator and creative director of Rock Choir, added it would give people something special to remember about the jubilee.

She said: “We are delighted to take part in the celebrations doing what we do best – bringing communities together, performing, singing, and marking this significant and joyous occasion with the ultimate feel-good performance of a flash mob.

“It also brings the Great British Public together who are invited to support and share in the fun with us.”