Winchester College referred to by pupils, former pupils and others as "Win: Coll:", and is more widely known as just "Winchester". Winchester College was founded in 1382 by William of Wykeham, Bishop of Winchester and Chancellor to both Edward III and Richard II, and the first 70 poor scholars entered the school in 1394. In the early 15th century the specific requirements was that that scholars come from families where the income was less than five marks sterling (£3 6s 8d) "per annum"; in comparison, the contemporary reasonable living for a yeoman was £5 "per annum". It was founded in conjunction with
Winchester College Chapel Choir the BBC Young Chorister of the Year Competition, winning the title in 2001, 2003 and 2004. The choir robes in full red cassocks and white surplices. The choir sang choral evensong live on BBC Radio 3 on Wednesday 1 October 2014. The Director of Chapel Music and Organist at Winchester College is Malcolm Archer, who moved from St. Paul's Cathedral in September 2007 to undertake the post. Previous directors include Christopher Tolley (1992–2007), Julian Smith (1977–1992) and Raymond Humphrey (1970–1977). Winchester College Chapel Choir Winchester College Chapel Choir is a renowned British choir that sings in the Chapel of Winchester