Royal College of Organists announces first Accredited Institution and National Organ Day
The Royal College of Organists (RCO), the UK's leading membership, examining and training organisation, has announced the Royal Hospital School, Holbr…
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Strategic review of sacred music in Westminster Cathedral
The Diocese of Westminster in London is undertaking a strategic review of the role of sacred music in the mission of Westminster Cathedral.
New Head of Artistic Planning and Participation for NYCGB
The National Youth Choirs of Great Britain (NYCGB) has announced the appointment of Ruth Evans as Head of Artistic Planning and Participation.
Roderick Williams commission programmed for Cardinal Vaughan Schola Cantorum anniversary
The Schola Cantorum of Cardinal Vaughan Memorial School, Kensington, will celebrate its 40th anniversary with a concert on 3 March 2020 in Cadogan Hal…
The choir giving trafficked women a voice
Jessie McDonald reports in The Guardian on an inspirational choral singing project in London.
Sing for Pleasure announces 5-day courses for choral leaders
Sing for Pleasure, the national UK charity, has announced details of 5-day courses for choral/vocal leaders at Foundation/intermediate 1 level in Lond…
Singing in the Early Years – workshop in London on 3 February 2020
Tri-borough Music Hub is organising this highly practical workshop that explores the role of singing in the Early Years Foundation Stage.
Only Men Aloud’s Tim Rhys-Evans to be RWCMD Director of Music
The Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama (RWCMD) has announced the appointment of Tim Rhys-Evans MBE, founder of award-winning vocal group Only Men Al…
‘Get Brexit done’ for music, UK Music tells Boris Johnson
National music industry body issues warning to Prime Minister.
How singing in choirs has become cool
Black, white, avant-garde, atheist – how did choirs become so cool? The Guardian's Jennifer Lucy Allen reports.