Choir of the Earth Unveils Exciting 2024/25 Programme
We are thrilled to unveil the 2024/25 programme for Choir of the Earth, marking our first full year as part of Earth Choir Academy!
This season offers a rich and varied choral experience for our members, with opportunities to sing some of the most iconic works in the repertoire, all led by our brilliant Musical Director, Ben England.
As part of our supportive and passionate musical family, members have access to a full year of exciting choral projects, with world-class teaching, unparalleled resources, and the flexibility to participate in every course at their own pace. Join us for a year of exceptional music-making alongside a global community of singers.
Here’s what we have in store for the year ahead:
Bach's Magnificat, launching 9 September 2024
J.S. Bach's Magnificat is one of his most vibrant and joyful works. This course is already in progress, but it’s not too late to join! All rehearsals are recorded, so you can catch up at your own pace. Don’t miss out on being part of our Christmas 2024 concert with this magnificent work. Read more...
Mahler’s Eighth Symphony, launching 4 November 2024
Known as the "Symphony of a Thousand," Mahler’s Eighth Symphony is an awe-inspiring work, and Choir of the Earth will be joining forces with the Bergen Philharmonic Orchestra and Chorus to create something truly spectacular. Combining live and recorded performances, our singers will add their voices to the Bergen Philharmonic's award-nominated performance – their last under the baton of conductor Ed Gardener - to create an enhanced rendition of epic proportions. Read more...
Haydn’s Harmony Mass, launching 20 January 2025
Part of our ongoing series exploring Haydn’s Six Late Masses, the Harmony Mass will take you deep into Haydn’s mastery of orchestration and choral writing. With its vibrant orchestral textures and expressive choral lines, this course promises to be an enriching musical experience for all. Read more...
Quartet of Kyries, launching 24 March 2025
This exciting course will guide you through four beautiful Kyries from across the choral repertoire. You’ll have the chance to explore a wide variety of styles, and by the end of the course, you’ll vote on your favourite to record as part of the course. Read more...
Summer School 2025 – May and June Courses
Our short Summer School courses are always a highlight of the year, taking participants on a musical journey with a diverse range of individual choral pieces from different styles and eras. Be sure to join us for a vibrant summer of singing! Read more about May and June...
Messiah For The World, launching 30 June 2025
Choir of the Earth will launch a brand-new Messiah course in June 2025, featuring new learning tracks recorded by Fieri Consort and the latest teaching techniques from Ben. This will be the ultimate choral singing experience for the ultimate choral work, culminating in a stunning new recording of Handel’s Messiah, premiering as our 2025 Christmas concert. Read more...
Ben England, Choir of the Earth’s Musical Director, said during the launch of the Bach Magnificat course:
"We have an amazing year of music coming up, with Bach, Mahler, Haydn, Handel, and more! This is going to be the most exciting and ambitious programme we’ve ever undertaken, and I can't wait to guide you through it."
Nikki Chilton, Choir of the Earth's Business Manager, adds:
"We’re incredibly excited to offer such a diverse range of online choral experiences this year. We’ll be working with phenomenal partners like the Bergen Philharmonic, Fieri Consort, and Richard Gowers, while providing unparalleled teaching from Ben England, the world’s most experienced and talented online choral director. If you’re on the fence about joining, don’t hesitate—take advantage of our ‘first month free’ offer using the promo code WELCOME1. You have nothing to lose and so much to gain!"
Don’t miss out on being part of this incredible programme. Join us today and be part of something extraordinary!