Newcastle Music Festival Choir
Festival Choir Convenor – Georgi Laney
Registrations for the 2024 Festival Choir will open in April. Please watch this space for further announcements.
Rehearsals commence mid July with music being distributed at the first rehearsal.
The choir will be performing on Sunday 11 August, 2024 at 2.30 pm at Christ Church Cathedral, with conductor Christopher Allan.
Our repertoire for this year will be announced as soon as possible.
Information for participants:
- There will be a total of only 6 rehearsals commencing mid July, and you are expected to attend ALL rehearsals, unless illness prevents you.
- Rehearsal Dates: To be announced.
- Music will be distributed on the evening of the first rehearsal, and you will be asked to familiarise yourself with the music, where possible, before attending the first rehearsal, by watching YouTube videos or listening to CDs.
- Rehearsals will be held at the Christ Church Cathedral, Church Street, Newcastle. Most rehearsals will be seated.
- Choristers will be standing on choir risers in the performance. Seating on chairs will be limited to only those who are unable to stand on the risers. You may be required to stand for lengthy periods in the performance.
Participation in the Festival Choir is one of the great opportunities offered by Newcastle Music Festival, and an inspiring and wonderful community experience.
If you are interested in putting your name forward for this year, please email georgi.laney@gmail.com.