Yorkshire Choral Workshop

Harrogate Choral Society welcomes you to sing in a Yorkshire Choral Workshop with composer Matthew Coleridge

Matthew Coleridge has been hailed as a 'great force for good in the choral world', and here is a chance to delve into some of his most-loved choral works, guided by the composr himself, in a choral workshop hosted by Harrogate Choral Society.

From the timeless beauty of Requiem ("a modern choral classic" - Classic FM) to selections from his radiant cantata The Breath of Life and new a cappella pieces, Matthew will guide us through a selection of his favourite pieces, digger deeper into the inspirations and influences behind his unique sound world.

This singing day is open to singers of all abilities. Music-reading skills are an advantage but not essential. All music will be provided on the day, with an option to purchase afterwards. Under 18's must be accompanied by an adult chaperone.

 Matthew Coleridge is a great force for good in the choral world  - Alexander Armstrong, Classic FM

Details and timings

Timings to follow

Halifax Choral Society
Ashville College
Matthew Coleridge
Matthew Coleridge
SINGER COMMENTS

 You are real joy as a conductor - so clear and communicative with no ambiguity ever, and you make it fun! It is a very rare talent.  
Hilary, Sherborne Abbey October 2025

 An emotionally-charged and in places wholly overwhelming experience 
Bob, Selby Abbey November 2025

 An experience unlike any other - The Breath of Life is somthing else! The singer to my left and I both looked at each other with tears in our eyes on that final note. Gooesbumps. 
Claire, Coventry Cathedral 2025

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Choral workshops 2026

Come and sing with one of the UK's most exciting choral composers, Matthew Coleridge

 A great force for good in the choral world  - Alexander Armstrong, Classic FM

Cambridge

Cambridge
Saturday 7th March 2026

Requiem in a Day at Downing Place URC, in aid of Birmingham Children's Hospital



Harrogate

Harrogate
Saturday 25th April 2026

Yorkshire Choral Workshop - in association with Harrogate Choral Society



Christchurch

Christchurch Priory
Saturday 9th May 2026

Come and Sing on the Dorset coast, as we perform Matthew's radiant new cantata The Breath of Life



Brittany

Brittany - Dol de Bretagne Cathedral
Saturday 23rd - Sunday 24th May 2026

Sing in the European premiere of The Breath of Life *** last few places ***



Pershore

Pershore Abbey
Saturday 6th June 2026

Come and sing radiant new cantata The Breath of Life in a beautiful abbey in the Midlands



plymouth

Plymouth Minster
Saturday 20th June 2026

Requiem in a Day - come and sing in association with Plymouth University Choral Society



Halifax

Halifax Minster
Friday 3rd - Saturday 4th July 2026

Come and Sing The Breath of Life with Halifax Choral Society at Halifax Minster Summer Festival



shrewsbury

Shrewsbury Abbey
Saturday 26th September 2026

Sing The Breath of Life with massed Shropshire choirs, hosted by Shrewsbury Choral Society



bradford

Bradford
Saturday 10th October 2026

Requiem in a Day - in association with Bradford Chorale



paris

Paris
Friday 23rd - Sunday 25th October 2026

Requiem weekend in Paris - come and sing at The American Cathedral