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SUMMARY:Come and Sing Brahms German Requiem with Sheffield Philharmonic Chorus
DESCRIPTION:Saturday 17th October 2026\, Upper Chapel\, Norfolk Street\, Sheffield\n  \nJoin around 200 singers for a memorable day exploring one of the great choral masterpieces. Experience the richness\, warmth and humanity of Brahms’ A German Requiem in a welcoming\, high-quality musical environment\, led by Music Director Darius Battiwalla. We’ll rehearse throughout the day with Brahms’ own four-hand piano accompaniment\, before sharing an informal performance at 6pm for family and friends. A rare opportunity to experience this much-loved work in a fresh and intimate way. \nThe  workshop will be led by our fantastic Musical Director Darius Battiwalla. Darius has conducted choral performances with leading orchestras including the Halle\, the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic and Manchester Camerata\, and he has prepared the Chorus for appearances at the Proms and for recordings with the BBC Philharmonic for Chandos. He has worked as guest chorusmaster or conductor with choirs such as Leeds Philharmonic Chorus\, Huddersfield Choral Society\, CBSO chorus and Netherlands Radio Choir.  Despite this impressive record he is a very friendly conductor\, encouragingly supportive and challenging in equal measure – qualities that were much in evidence at our previous Come and Sing events. \nSoloists: Ruby Lewin – soprano; Teyfik Kamal – baritone \nAccompaniment: Rachel Fright and Jonathan Gooing \n \n\n10:00 Registration\n10:30 – 13:00 Morning session\n13:00 – 14:00 Lunch break\n14:00 – 16:30 Afternoon session\n18:00 Free performance* for family & friends (approx. 80 mins)\n\nTickets £25 for singing visitors\, including hire score. Please note we will be singing in German. You’ll get the most from the day if you’re already familiar with the piece\, as there will be limited time for learning notes. Wheelchair users welcome; please email secretary@sheffieldphil.org in advance to arrange access. \nBOOK SINGING VISITOR TICKETS \n*Tickets required for the free performance as numbers are limited due to venue. BOOK FREE PERFORMANCE TICKETS \nPlease note there is no venue parking\, except by arrangement. \nInformation about joining the Chorus will be available; see https://sheffieldphil.org/membership-join/new-members/ \nTickets £25 for singing visitors: BOOK SINGING VISITOR TICKETS  6pm performance free: BOOK FREE PERFORMANCE TICKETS \nInformation about joining the Chorus will be available; see https://sheffieldphil.org/membership-join/new-members/
URL:https://classicalsheffield.org.uk/event/come-and-sing-brahms-german-requiem-with-sheffield-philharmonic-chorus/
LOCATION:Upper Chapel\, Norfolk Street\, Sheffield\, S1 2JD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Choir,Choruses,Come and Sing
ORGANIZER;CN="Sheffield Philharmonic Chorus":MAILTO:secretary@SheffieldPhil.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260628T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260628T180000
DTSTAMP:20260319T160415Z
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SUMMARY:Come and Sing Evensong with Sheffield Cathedral Choir
DESCRIPTION:Join Sheffield Cathedral Choir to sing in celebration of the cathedral’s Patronal Festival\, as we sing some of the finest music from the choral repertoire. The day includes an expert workshop led by Tom Daggett\, Director of Music\, and the chance to sing alongside the Cathedral Choir for evensong.  \nMusic includes:\n–	Anton Bruckner: Locus Iste\n–	Humphrey Clucas: Preces and Responses\n–	Psalm 124\n–	George Dyson: Magnificat and Nunc Dimittis in D\n–	Charles Hubert Hastings Parry: I was glad \nThe cost for participating in the workshop and singing in the choir is £15 per person; tickets can be bought from the link below. Family and friends are very welcome to attend the service free of charge. Digital scores will be provided and booklets will be available for collection in advance or on the day. \nTimings: \n1.30pm: Registration (enter via the main entrance and ask for the Chapter House. Tea and coffee provided)\n2pm-2.45pm: Workshop with the Director of Music\n3pm: Rehearsal with the Cathedral Choir\n4pm-5pm: Choral Evensong for the Feast of St Peter & St Paul
URL:https://classicalsheffield.org.uk/event/come-and-sing-evensong-with-sheffield-cathedral-choir/
LOCATION:Sheffield Cathedral\, Church Street\, Sheffield\, S1 1HA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Choir,Come and Sing,Workshop
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260627
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260628
DTSTAMP:20260319T160426Z
CREATED:20260319T160426Z
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SUMMARY:Light Beyond the Veil
DESCRIPTION:Calling experienced choral singers – Come and sing on this choral day. June 27th\, Crookes\, Sheffield\, spend the day working hard at a high level\, (musically speaking) singing outstandingly sublime and uplifting music by John Taverner\, Peter Philips\, Antonio Lotti\, Anton Bruckner & James MacMillan. Excellent refreshments will keep us going and we sing through these 5 wonderful pieces at the end of the day to a small but discerning audience. Please go to our website: https://5from500.co.uk/ and find ‘Next Events’ to register your interest
URL:https://classicalsheffield.org.uk/event/light-beyond-the-veil/
LOCATION:Wesley Hall Crookes\, Crookes\, Sheffield\, S10 1UD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Come and Sing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Martin Lightowler":MAILTO:martinlightowler@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260321
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260322
DTSTAMP:20260108T180449Z
CREATED:20250908T102018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T180449Z
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SUMMARY:Sing Vivaldi’s Gloria & Haydn's Te Deum with Sheffield's foremost symphonic choir
DESCRIPTION:Following the success of our first two Come and Sing events in Upper Chapel\, we return to this wonderful venue to host another. Visitors are invited to join us in a day’s workshop featuring Vivaldi’s marvellous Gloria and Haydn’s equally wonderful Te Deum. \nThe  workshop will be led by our fantastic Musical Director Darius Battiwalla. Darius has conducted choral performances with leading orchestras including the Halle\, the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic and Manchester Camerata\, and he has prepared the Chorus for appearances at the Proms and for recordings with the BBC Philharmonic for Chandos. He has worked regularly as guest chorusmaster or conductor with many other choirs including the Northern Sinfonia Chorus\, Leeds Philharmonic Chorus\, Huddersfield Choral Society\, CBSO chorus and Netherlands Radio Choir.  Darius is Leeds City Organist and has appeared as organ soloist with the Halle\, London Philharmonic Orchestras and the BBC Philharmonic\, and he gives regular chamber concerts with members of the Manchester orchestras on piano and harpsichord. Despite this impressive record he is a very friendly conductor\, encouragingly supportive and challenging in equal measure – qualities that were much in evidence in both previous events. \n\nThe day will begin at 10.30 with registration from 10am\, with the morning session running to 12.30 including a break for tea or coffee and cake (included in the admission price).\nWe re-commence at 2pm\, giving time for participants to have lunch in one of the many varied eateries  in the city centre.\nThe afternoon session will run until 4.30pm\, with another generous break for tea in town.\nThe FREE performance for family and friends is at 6pm.\n\nScores will be provided for those who don’t have their own. NB. There won’t much note-bashing\, so prior knowledge of the pieces or a reasonable ability to read music will help participants make the most of the day. \nInformation about joining the Chorus will be available on the day; see https://sheffieldphil.org/membership-join/new-members/ \nTickets for visiting singers are available online costing £25 including score hire and refreshments. 
URL:https://classicalsheffield.org.uk/event/come-and-sing-vivaldis-gloria/
LOCATION:Upper Chapel\, Norfolk Street\, Sheffield\, S1 2JD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Choir,Choruses,Come and Sing,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Sheffield Philharmonic Chorus":MAILTO:secretary@SheffieldPhil.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260228T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260228T173000
DTSTAMP:20260223T085912Z
CREATED:20260221T185701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T085912Z
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SUMMARY:A Voice For Life - Workshop
DESCRIPTION:If you sing in a choir\, then this is for you.\nCan you sustain your breath through long phrases?\nDo you warm up effectively?\nAre you able to sing top notes easily?\nDo you know how to sing vowels correctly? \nCome to an afternoon workshop hosted by the David Clover Festival of Singing. Our 2026 workshop leader is Marcus Farnsworth\, Head of Vocal Studies at Chetham’s\, international soloist\, teacher\, inspiring conductor of choirs\, who will help you to find your voice and energy when singing in a choir through practical sessions for all. \nRefreshments will be available before and in the afternoon break.\n14:00 – 17:30 – registration at 13:30\n£15 Tickets.\nPLEASE NOTE WE ARE HAVING A PROBLEM WITH OUR ONLINE PAYMENT SYSTEM. IF YOU WISH TO BOOK A PLACE PLEASE EMAIL enquiries@davidclover-festivalofsinging.org.uk This will add you to the registration list and you can then pay on the door on 28th February. Correct cash is preferred.
URL:https://classicalsheffield.org.uk/event/a-voice-for-life-workshop/
LOCATION:Holy Trinity Millhouses Church\, Grove Road\, Sheffield\, S7 2HB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Choir,Choruses,Come and Sing,Soloists,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="The David Clover Festival of Singing":MAILTO:enquiries@davidclover-festivalofsinging.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260228T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260228T170000
DTSTAMP:20251113T103448Z
CREATED:20251113T103448Z
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SUMMARY:Laments\, Angelic Greetings and Spiritual Transformations
DESCRIPTION:The next 5 from 500 choral day – for experienced choral singers – come and spend the day driving the winter blues away\, working hard and singing wonderful music by Josquin\, Lassus\, Carissimi\, Rachmaninov & Sarah MacDonald. We conclude the day\, at 4.30\, with an informal performance. Singers will come having prepared their parts\, so we are making music from the off with very little need for note bashing. Excellent refreshments will keep us going. Please go to our website: https://5from500.co.uk/ and find ‘Next Events’ to register your interest – or\, of course\, message me direct.
URL:https://classicalsheffield.org.uk/event/laments-angelic-greetings-and-spiritual-transformations/
LOCATION:Wesley Hall Crookes\, Crookes\, Sheffield\, S10 1UD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Come and Sing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Martin Lightowler":MAILTO:martinlightowler@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251221T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251221T193000
DTSTAMP:20251027T114816Z
CREATED:20251027T114816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T114816Z
UID:10001132-1766340000-1766345400@classicalsheffield.org.uk
SUMMARY:Be a Chorister at Christmas!
DESCRIPTION:An opportunity for children between Y2 and Y8 to experience being a chorister in a major Christmas carol service! \nJoin Steel City Choristers (a choir of children and adults) and the choir of St Mark’s Broomhill in their annual carol service. Guest choristers will robe with the choir\, and sing in two of the choir-only carols\, as well as all the congregational singing. \nGuest singers will need to come to two rehearsals before the day: from 5.15-6.00pm on Monday 8 and Monday 15 December at St Mark’s church\, Broomhill\, as well as a rehearsal on the day (Sunday 21 December) from 4.45pm; the service itself is at 6.00pm. \nParents of children who are interested – please register by emailing Eleanor Jarvis\, the Steel City Choristers Director of Music\, at eleanor@steelcitychoristers.org.uk
URL:https://classicalsheffield.org.uk/event/be-a-chorister-at-christmas-2/
LOCATION:St Marks Church Broomhill\, Broomfield Rd\, Sheffield\, S10 2SE
CATEGORIES:Choir,Come and Sing,Festive
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ORGANIZER;CN="Steel City Choristers":MAILTO:enquiries@steelcitychoristers.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251208T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251208T213000
DTSTAMP:20250917T162847Z
CREATED:20250908T104825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T162847Z
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SUMMARY:Come and Sing Messiah
DESCRIPTION:Monday 8 December 2025 \nSt James’s Church Norton \nThe Choir is pleased to be able to present our popular  Come and Sing Messiah in St James’s Church\, Norton. President George Nicholson will conduct and Music Director Philip Collin will play the organ. \nThis is always a fun evening for those who love to sing Messiah – so come and sing your hearts out! \n\nProfessor George Nicholson – Conductor\nPhilip Collin – Organ\n\nTickets priced £15 are available online (booking fee payable) and on the door\, and include mulled wine and mince pies; scores will be available to hire.
URL:https://classicalsheffield.org.uk/event/come-and-sing-messiah/
LOCATION:St James’ Church Norton\, Norton Church Road\, Sheffieled\, S8 8JQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Choir,Come and Sing,Festive
ORGANIZER;CN="Sheffield Bach Choir":MAILTO:secretary@sheffieldbachchoir.org.uk
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251122
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251123
DTSTAMP:20250922T101433Z
CREATED:20250922T101433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T101433Z
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SUMMARY:The Singers’ Collective – Come and Sing Popular Opera Choruses
DESCRIPTION:Choruses (in English) include:\nMarch of the Toreadors\nHabanera\nChorus of the Hebrew Slaves\nBrindisi\nSoldiers’ Chorus\nAnvil Chorus\nChorus of Wedding Guests\nSummertime\nPilgrims’ Chorus\nDido’s Lament\nWith solos and duets by The Singers’ Collective \nRehearsal: 14:30\, Performance: 19:00\nSingers: £12 (includes music and refreshments) – Audience: Pay as you feel \nTo register and further information\, please email:  thesingerscollective@hotmail.com\nMusic will be emailed to singers upon payment
URL:https://classicalsheffield.org.uk/event/the-singers-collective-come-and-sing-popular-opera-choruses/2025-11-22/2/
LOCATION:Bents Green Methodist Church\, Knowle Lane\, S11 7PU
CATEGORIES:Choruses,Come and Sing,Opera,Soloists
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Singers' Collective":MAILTO:thesingerscollective@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251122
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251123
DTSTAMP:20250922T101433Z
CREATED:20250922T101433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T101433Z
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SUMMARY:The Singers’ Collective – Come and Sing Popular Opera Choruses
DESCRIPTION:Choruses (in English) include:\nMarch of the Toreadors\nHabanera\nChorus of the Hebrew Slaves\nBrindisi\nSoldiers’ Chorus\nAnvil Chorus\nChorus of Wedding Guests\nSummertime\nPilgrims’ Chorus\nDido’s Lament\nWith solos and duets by The Singers’ Collective \nRehearsal: 14:30\, Performance: 19:00\nSingers: £12 (includes music and refreshments) – Audience: Pay as you feel \nTo register and further information\, please email:  thesingerscollective@hotmail.com\nMusic will be emailed to singers upon payment
URL:https://classicalsheffield.org.uk/event/the-singers-collective-come-and-sing-popular-opera-choruses/2025-11-22/1/
LOCATION:Bents Green Methodist Church\, Knowle Lane\, S11 7PU
CATEGORIES:Choruses,Come and Sing,Opera,Soloists
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Singers' Collective":MAILTO:thesingerscollective@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251120T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251120T183000
DTSTAMP:20251109T200724Z
CREATED:20251109T200724Z
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SUMMARY:Orchard Square Christmas Launch with Classical Sheffield
DESCRIPTION:We’re thrilled to be partnering with Orchard Square this Christmas to launch their festive celebrations alongside our annual Festive Lineup! \nJoin us in Orchard Square for a joyful sing-along featuring a very special one-off performance from a choir made up of talented singers from some of Sheffield’s most loved community choirs. They’ll be performing festive favourites including Santa Baby\, Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas\, and Gabriel’s Message\, as well as heartwarming classics like Bare Necessities and What a Wonderful World. \nThe Choir Sing-Along will begin at 5:45pm\, but we encourage you to arrive early to pick up a limited-edition poster featuring a full listing of Classical Sheffield members’ festive concerts throughout December. \n 
URL:https://classicalsheffield.org.uk/event/orchard-square-christmas-launch-with-classical-sheffield/
LOCATION:Orchard Square\, 41 Orchard Square\, Sheffield\, S1 2FB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Choir,Come and Sing,Festive,Free Entry
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251112T194500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251112T220000
DTSTAMP:20251110T101947Z
CREATED:20251110T101947Z
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SUMMARY:Come and Sing... the Pirates of Penzance! Chorus Rehearsals Open to All
DESCRIPTION:Would you like to sing in the chorus or a principal role in a production of ‘The Pirates of Penzance’? \n“Tarantara\, tarantara!”\nCome and sing at the first rehearsal of Grenoside and Birley Carr Players’ fresh new season\, which begins with Gilbert & Sullivan’s best-loved operetta. \nGrenoside and Birley Carr Players are putting on their eighth production of ‘The Pirates of Penzance’ in over 60 years and you are invited to take part in the next\, which will be performed in March 2026. Rehearsals are open to all whether you’re well-acquainted with the work or are just curious\, are a seasoned singer\, or have long wanted to sing in an operetta but never have – you’ll be very welcome. \nMembers of the chorus can enjoy being part of a crew of poetry-loving pirates\, one in a herd of sheepish policemen\, or a mischievous daughter of a very Modern Major General! \n  \nJoin rehearsals and take part in our next production \nCome along to our early rehearsals of the chorus music where we will begin learning the music together. Rehearsals are open to everyone\, of all ages\, whether experienced singers and performers or not\, and there are no auditions to join the chorus. It’s not necessary to be able to read music as everyone will learn the chorus music together in rehearsals and spare scores are provided. \nIf you’d like to be involved in putting on a fully-staged light opera in other ways then there are many backstage roles\, including: \n\nlighting\,\ncostumes\,\ntechnical stage work\,\nprops\,\nand more.\n\n  \nPlease contact jonathan.hester@sky.com with any questions\, or message us on our Facebook and X pages.
URL:https://classicalsheffield.org.uk/event/come-and-sing-the-pirates-of-penzance-chorus-rehearsals-open-to-all-2/
LOCATION:Grenoside Church Hall\, Main Street\, Sheffield\, S35 8SA
CATEGORIES:Choruses,Come and Sing,Opera
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251029T194500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251029T214500
DTSTAMP:20251022T072134Z
CREATED:20251022T071959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T072134Z
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SUMMARY:Come and Sing... the Pirates of Penzance! Chorus Rehearsals Open to All
DESCRIPTION:Would you like to sing in the chorus or a principal role in a production of ‘The Pirates of Penzance’? \n  \n“Tarantara\, tarantara!” \n  \nCome and sing at the first rehearsal of Grenoside and Birley Carr Players’ fresh new season\, which begins with Gilbert & Sullivan’s best-loved operetta. \n  \nGrenoside and Birley Carr Players are putting on their 8th production of ‘The Pirates of Penzance’ in over 60 years and you are invited to take part in the next\, which will be performed in March 2026. You’ll be very welcome whether you’re well-acquainted with the work or are just curious\, are a seasoned singer\, or have long wanted to sing in an operetta but never have. \n  \nMembers of the chorus can enjoy being part of a crew of poetry-loving pirates\, one in a herd of sheepish policemen\, or a mischievous daughter of a very Modern Major General! \n  \nCome along to our first relaxed and sociable rehearsal of the chorus music where we will begin learning the music together. Rehearsals are open to everyone\, of all ages\, whether experienced singers and performers or not\, and there are no auditions to join the chorus. It’s not necessary to be able to read music as everyone will learn the chorus music together in rehearsals and spare scores are provided. \n  \nIf you’d like to be involved in putting on a fully-staged light opera in other ways then there are many backstage roles\, including lighting\, costumes\, technical stage work\, props and more. \n  \n\nPlease contact jonathan.hester@sky.com with any questions\, or message us on Facebook or X. \nFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GrenosideBirleyCarrPlayers/ \nX: https://x.com/GandBCP (@GandBCP)
URL:https://classicalsheffield.org.uk/event/come-and-sing-the-pirates-of-penzance-chorus-rehearsals-open-to-all/
LOCATION:Grenoside Church Hall\, Main Street\, Sheffield\, S35 8SA
CATEGORIES:Choir,Choruses,Come and Sing,Free Entry
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