Bob Chilcott's Times and Seasons Choral Workshop Comes to Peterborough
Bob Chilcott's Times and Seasons choral workshop, presented by Peterborough Voices, will take place on Saturday, November 1, at the Jack Hunt School in Peterborough. The workshop will focus on Chilcott's beautiful and expressive song cycle, providing a unique opportunity for singers to develop their vocal technique and gain fresh musical insights under the guidance of one of choral music's most inspiring voices.
Key Takeaways:
- The workshop, led by renowned conductor Bob Chilcott, will focus on his song cycle "Times and Seasons," offering singers a chance to develop their vocal technique and musical insights.
- Chilcott is hailed as a "contemporary hero of British choral music" by The Observer and has a lifelong connection with singing and choirs.
- He has guest-conducted choirs in over thirty countries and his works are widely recorded by internationally renowned vocal groups.
- The workshop is ideal for singers who can sight-read and can prepare the music in advance, with places still available for soprano and alto voices at £20 per person.
- The event includes music hire and refreshments, and registration is now open on the Peterborough Voices website.
- Bob Chilcott will lead the workshop, drawing from his extensive experience as a conductor, chorister, and vocalist.
Statistics:
- The workshop takes place on Saturday, November 1, from 1-4.30pm at the Jack Hunt School, Bradwell Road, Peterborough, PE3 9PY.
- Tickets are available for £20 per person, including music hire and refreshments.
- The Peterborough Voices website is hosting registration for the event.
Sources:
- Peterborough Voices
- The Observer
- Bob Chilcott's personal profile