Upcoming Concerts
and Events
A Cappella Wonders Tour 2026 - Concert from St John the Baptist Church, Wimbledon| rescreened exclusively for members & events attendees
Choir of the Earth Events invites Choir of the Earth members and events attendees to enjoy this concert, recorded at St John the Baptist Church in Wimbledon, England on Saturday 30 May 2026, as part of our A Cappella Wonders Tour. Please enjoy!
The Ultimate Mozart Requiem Experience at St George's Bristol | ⚡ powered by Choir of the Earth
Join hundreds of singers at St George’s Bristol for a one-day exploration of Mozart’s Requiem, led by Ben England, culminating in a public performance with professional soloists and supported by digital learning resources from Choir of the Earth.
The Lark Ascending in Shirehampton Public Hall | ⚡ powered by Choir of the Earth
Step into history with Bristol Cabot Choir on Saturday 20 June 2026, with a special Come & Sing celebration of Vaughan Williams’ The Lark Ascending. Gather with Musical Director Ben England BEM, gifted violinist Greta Murmaité, and your fellow singers to rehearse and perform this beloved masterpiece in the very place it first took flight - Shirehampton Public Hall. With superb learning and rehearsal resources provided by Choir of the Earth Library, singers of all levels can arrive prepared, confident and ready to raise your voice with the lark!
Course Launch: Summer School 2026 | Ndikhokhele Bawo
Our Summer School 2026 programme continues on Tuesday 7 July with a two-week course to learn, sing and record Ndikhokhele Bawo - a traditional song from South Africa, sung in isiXhosa, arranged by Michael Barrett.
This course launch session is open to all, so please do join us on YouTube to learn more about the music, our unique holistic approach to choral teaching, and our superb resources!
Course Launch: Summer School 2026 | Lux Aeterna
Our Summer School 2026 programme continues on Monday 27 July with a one-week course to learn, sing and record Lux Aeterna - John Cameron’s choral setting of Edward Elgar’s ‘Nimrod’ from the Enigma Variations.
This course launch session is open to all, so please do join us on YouTube to learn more about the music, our unique holistic approach to choral teaching, and our superb resources!
Course Launch: Summer School 2026 | Danse de la Fée-Dragée (Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy)
Our 2026 Summer School programme concludes with a very special three-day course from Wednesday 5 August, where we will learn, sing and record Danse de la Fée-Dragée - a fun, jazzy setting of Tchaikosky’s Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy from The Nutcracker, arranged by Leo Hussain and Ralph Allwood - our fantastic Patron, who will be your guide through this light-hearted piece!
This course launch session is open to all, so please do join us on YouTube to learn more about the music, our unique holistic approach to choral teaching, and our superb resources!
Course Launch: Misatango (Misa a Buenos Aires) by Martín Palmeri
Join us for the public launch session of our exciting new course to learn, sing and record the Argentinian Tango-inspired work taking the choral world by storm: Misatango by Martín Palmeri!
The Choir first learned this thrilling work in 2021 and since then its popularity has only grown. We will be revisiting this work with Musical Director Ben England BEM in 2026, and would love you to join us!
Come and Sing Bach in Leipzig
From 20th–24th September 2026, join Choir of the Earth Events on our incredible Come and Sing Bach in Leipzig trip!
This will be a truly unforgettable journey, walking in the footsteps of the greatest Baroque master, Johann Sebastian Bach. Prepare for an immersive experience culminating in a performance of Bach’s Magnificat, accompanied by a professional Baroque orchestra, in the historic St Nicholas Church - where Bach himself conducted. This is the ultimate pilgrimage for any choral singer!
Come And Sing Bach In Leipzig 2
From 26th-30th October 2026, a second chance to join Choir of the Earth Events on our incredible Come and Sing Bach in Leipzig trip!
This will be a truly unforgettable journey, walking in the footsteps of the greatest Baroque master, Johann Sebastian Bach. Prepare for an immersive experience culminating in a performance of Bach’s Magnificat, accompanied by a professional Baroque orchestra, in the historic St Nicholas Church - where Bach himself conducted. This is the ultimate pilgrimage for any choral singer!
Date TBC: Course Launch: Theresienmesse by Joseph Haydn
Join Choir of the Earth for the launch of our brand new 9-week course to learn, sing and record Haydn’s glorious Theresienmesse - also known as the Maria Theresa Mass.
Byrd Mass for Five Voices in Lincoln
Join Choir of the Earth for an immersive residential trip to Lincoln, featuring expert workshops and rehearsals led by Ben England BEM and The Gesualdo Six. This extraordinary event culminates in a glorious public concert of Renaissance masterpieces within the magnificent Nave of Lincoln Cathedral.
Course Launch: Summer School 2026 | Five Spirituals from A Child of Our Time
Join us on Monday 1 June 2026 at 17:00 UTC+1 (UK time) for the launch of the first course of our Summer School 2026 programme: Five Spirituals from A Child of Our Time by Michael Tippett. This course launch session is open to all - join us on YouTube to learn more about the music, our unique holistic approach to choral teaching, and our superb resources!
A concert from Wimbledon, London: A Cappella Wonders Tour 2026 | streamed online exclusively for members & events attendees
Choir of the Earth Events invites Choir of the Earth members and events attendees to enjoy this concert, streamed live from St John the Baptist Church in Wimbledon, England on Saturday 30 May 2026, from approximately 15:45 UTC+1 (UK time).
Come And Sing A Cappella Wonders - Wimbledon, London
Join us on 30 May 2026 for Come And Sing A Cappella Wonders in Wimbledon, London: a one-day workshop led by Ben England BEM. Sing six sublime a cappella pieces, including Allegri’s Miserere and Stanford’s The Blue Bird, supported by professional soprano soloists to capture those iconic high notes. Receive online teaching and rehearsal resources in advance to help you prepare for the day. This immersive experience offers expert tuition and the thrill of a massed choir in perfect harmony - book now to secure your spot!
This event is also available in York and Warrington.
A concert from Warrington: A Cappella Wonders Tour 2026 | streamed online exclusively for members & events attendees
Choir of the Earth Events invites Choir of the Earth members and events attendees to enjoy this concert, streamed live from Church of the Ascension in Warrington, England on Thursday 28 May 2026, from approximately 15:45 UTC+1 (UK time).
Come And Sing A Cappella Wonders - Warrington
Join us on 28 May 2026 for Come And Sing A Cappella Wonders in Warrington: a one-day workshop led by Ben England BEM. Sing six sublime a cappella pieces, including Allegri’s Miserere and Stanford’s The Blue Bird, supported by professional soprano soloists to capture those iconic high notes. Receive online teaching and rehearsal resources in advance to help you prepare for the day. This immersive experience offers expert tuition and the thrill of a massed choir in perfect harmony - book now to secure your spot!
This event is also available in York and Wimbledon.
A concert from York: A Cappella Wonders Tour 2026 | streamed online exclusively for members & events attendees
Choir of the Earth Events invites Choir of the Earth members and events attendees to enjoy this concert, streamed live from St Olave's Church in York, England on Tuesday 26 May 2026, from approximately 15:15 UTC+1 (UK time).
Come And Sing A Cappella Wonders - York
Join us on 26 May 2026 for Come And Sing A Cappella Wonders in York: a one-day workshop led by Ben England BEM. Sing six sublime a cappella pieces, including Allegri’s Miserere and Stanford’s The Blue Bird, supported by professional soprano soloists to capture those iconic high notes. Receive online teaching and rehearsal resources in advance to help you prepare for the day. This immersive experience offers expert tuition and the thrill of a massed choir in perfect harmony - book now to secure your spot!
This event is also available in Warrington and Wimbledon.
Choir of the Earth presents Haydn's Harmoniemesse | a concert premiere
Join Choir of the Earth for the public premiere of our international choral performance of Joseph Haydn’s Harmoniemesse, also known as the Harmony Mass. Singers around the world learned, rehearsed and recorded this magnificent work under the direction of Musical Director Ben England. Their final recording, which also features organ by Richard Gowers and solos from Fieri Consort, will be presented with beautiful imagery in this concert premiere, open to all.
Choir of the Earth presents Haydn's Harmoniemesse | a conducted concert performance for members only
Join us for your members-only Concert Performance of Joseph Haydn’s Harmoniemesse, also known as the Harmony Mass. Be the first to hear Choir of the Earth’s international choral performance, mixed in the studio from your recordings. Ben will conduct the work live on-screen, so you can sing along from home and experience the piece again - this time as both performer and audience.
Course Launch: A Season To Sing by Joanna Forbes L’Estrange
Join Choir of the Earth for the launch of our brand new course to learn, sing and record A Season to Sing by celebrated British composer Joanna Forbes L’Estrange.
Bach and Pachelbel - baroque pitch concert
Join Musical Director Ben England for a special sing through of the choruses from Bach's Magnificat, Cantatas 140 and 147 plus Pachelbel's Magnificat and one other special surprise! All the music in this concert is performed by professional musicians and is at baroque pitch, so one semitone lower than written. Everyone is very welcome to enjoy this concert live or later.
Hallelujah Chorus at the Foundling Museum / Brunswick Square - Flashmob Only (FREE)
The Foundling Museum and Choir of the Earth invite you to be part of a joyful, participatory choral event celebrating G.F. Handel’s enduring legacy and the extraordinary power of collective music-making.
Learn/revise the famous Hallelujah chorus from Handel’s Messiah in the comfort of your own home, then join us outside the Foundling Museum in Brunswick Square in London, UK on Saturday 21 March 2026 at midday to perform a flashmob-style performance of this epic anthem! Participation in the flashmob only is FREE!
Hallelujah Chorus at the Foundling Museum / Brunswick Square - Livestream of In-Museum Event and Flashmob
The Foundling Museum and Choir of the Earth invite you to be part of a joyful, participatory choral event celebrating G.F. Handel’s enduring legacy and the extraordinary power of collective music-making. Can’t make it in person? Join in online with our livestream broadcasting live from the event!
Learn/revise the famous Hallelujah chorus from Handel’s Messiah in the comfort of your own home, then join us on our exclusive livestream from the Foundling Museum in London, UK on Saturday 21 March 2026 from 11am for a special performance in the Museum itself, followed by an exciting flashmob of this epic anthem outside in Brunswick Square! Booking for the livestream event is available via the Foundling Museum on Eventbrite.
Hallelujah Chorus at the Foundling Museum / Brunswick Square - In-Museum Event and Flashmob
The Foundling Museum and Choir of the Earth invite you to be part of a joyful, participatory choral event celebrating G.F. Handel’s enduring legacy and the extraordinary power of collective music-making.
Learn/revise the famous Hallelujah chorus from Handel’s Messiah in the comfort of your own home, then join us at the Foundling Museum in London, UK on Saturday 21 March 2026 at midday for a special in-museum performance, followed by an exciting flashmob of this epic anthem outside the Museum in Brunswick Square! Limited places are available via the Foundling Museum on Eventbrite.
Choir of the Earth and the Bergen Philharmonic present: Ein Deutsches Requiem by Johannes Brahms | A Concert Film
Join us for the public premiere of a remarkable new concert film of Johannes Brahms' Ein Deutsches Requiem, bringing together Choir of the Earth, the Bergen Philharmonic Orchestra and Bergen Philharmonic Chorus in a powerful international collaboration. This free YouTube premiere offers a striking new way to experience this magnificent performance. Premiering on Thursday 12 March 2026 at 19:00 GMT.
Around Sound - Bach: The Fifth Evangelist
Click here to join this course on the Library website.
Join us for a four-week deep dive into the "Immortal Legacy" of J.S. Bach. This Around Sound online course travels from Bach’s "troublemaker" youth in Arnstadt through his staggering weekly output of cantatas in Leipzig, concluding with the monumental works that changed music forever. Whether you are a lifelong fan or simply moved by the beauty of Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring, this course offers the ultimate companion to the Baroque master. Each session includes an 80-minute live lecture, a private Q&A, and over 12 hours of curated listening materials and scores—all accessible to watch or rewatch at your own pace.
Course Launch: Bach Cantatas
Join Choir of the Earth for the launch of our next course to learn, sing and record two of Bach’s most beloved cantatas: Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme (BWV 140) and Herz und Mund und Tat und Leben (BWV 147).
The Infinite Mercy - Kyrie Eleison through the ages | An exclusive concert for Choir of the Earth Members and Associate Members
A very special concert featuring a collection of Kyries recorded by Choir of the Earth, from the very recent - such as those from our 2025 Quartet of Kyries course - to those recorded more than five years ago as the Self-Isolation Choir. From the dramatic to the prayerful, please enjoy this exploration of Kyries through the ages.
Concert Premiere: Kyrie from Missa Papae Marcelli by Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina
Choir of the Earth is delighted to present our public premiere of the Kyrie from Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina’s Missa Papae Marcelli, which our global singers learned and recorded during our A Quartet of Kyries course.
Concert Performance: Kyrie from Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina’s Missa Papae Marcelli (Members Only)
Full and Associate Members are invited to an exclusive, live-conducted Concert Performance of the Choir’s new recording of the Kyrie from Palestrina’s Missa Papae Marcelli, which we learned and recorded during our Quartet of Kyries course.
Course Launch: Byrd Mass for Five Voices with The Gesualdo Six
Join Choir of the Earth and world-renowned vocal ensemble The Gesualdo Six for the launch of our new course to learn, sing and record William Byrd’s magnificent Mass for Five Voices – a masterpiece of Renaissance choral music.
Fantasia of Christmas Carols by Ralph Vaughan Williams - performed by Choir of the Earth
Join us for a relaxed festive watch-along as we revisit our 2022 performance of Fantasia on Christmas Carols by Ralph Vaughan Williams.
The live chat will be open throughout, so you can catch up with fellow singers and viewers wherever they are in the world. Bring along your favourite drink, settle in, and enjoy this short but sweet seasonal gem with us.
A Ceremony of Carols by Benjamin Britten - performed by Choir of the Earth
Join us for a special pre-Christmas gathering as we revisit our 2022 performance of A Ceremony of Carols by Benjamin Britten. The live chat will be open so you can share a moment with fellow singers and viewers from around the world.
We have scheduled the premiere for 11am GMT to give those in earlier time zones a rare chance to join us live. If you are elsewhere and free at that time, we would love you to come along, say hello, and help make it a warm and friendly watch-along for everyone.
Zoom Christmas Party (COTE Members only)
Our traditional Zoom Christmas Party for members only! Chat to singers and team members around the world in small groups, to meet each other, catch up and wish each other season’s greetings!
Choir of the Earth presents Handel's Messiah, Part I - our Christmas concert for 2025
Join us for the world premiere of Part I of Handel’s Messiah, performed and recorded by our global community of singers as part of our course, The Ultimate Messiah.
Our choristers were directed by Musical Director Ben England, who will also conduct Part I live on-screen during this festive premiere.
This event is open to everyone - we hope you enjoy this wonderful performance!
Advent Calendar(COTE Members only)
From 1 to 25 December, our amazing COTE members can enjoy a digital treat every day! Click on that day’s ‘window’ for a COTE-themed surprise.
BLACK FRIDAY SALE: COTE on Soundslice - everything 40% off!
🔖 WELCOME TO OUR FIRST BLACK FRIDAY SALE!
From Friday 28 November 2025, all of Choir of the Earth's Soundslices are on sale at 40% off! That’s 40% off our ground-breaking interactive scores for Handel’s Messiah, Mozart’s Requiem, Haydn’s Nelson Mass, Bach’s Magnificat and Hawes’ The Wedding at Cana. Sale ends Sunday 7 December, so make sure you benefit from this fantastic price!
Concert Performance: Kyrie from Franz Schubert’s Mass in A Flat (Members Only)
Full and Associate Members are invited to an exclusive, live-conducted Concert Performance of the Choir’s new recording of the Kyrie from Schubert’s Mass in A Flat, which we learned and recorded during our Quartet of Kyries course.
Concert Performance: Kyrie in D Minor by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (Members Only)
Full and Associate Members are invited to an exclusive, live-conducted Concert Performance of the Choir’s new recording of Mozart’s Kyrie in D Minor, which we learned and recorded during our Quartet of Kyries course.
Course Launch: The Wedding At Cana by Patrick Hawes
Join Choir of the Earth for the launch of our new course to learn, sing and record a newly revised edition of The Wedding At Cana by prolific British composer, Patrick Hawes. Be among the first to record this beautiful work!