The Australian Boys Choir is an all male children's choir based in Melbourne, Australia. Its artistic director is Noel Ancell OAM, M.A., B.Mus. (Hons), B.Ed, F.T.C.L. The Choir was formed in 1939 by Vincent J Kelly who was Musical Director until his death in 1972. Subsequent Musical/Artistic Directors were Geoffrey Jones (1972-1978), Ian Harrison (1979-1983) and Noel Ancell (1983- ). The Australian Boys Choir will celebrate its 75th Anniversary in 2014.