Requiem in a Day

FREE EVENT! Come and sing one of the UK's favourite new choral works in Beverley Minster.

180 singers already booked in!

Join composer Matthew Coleridge for an inspiring and uplifting day of choral singing at one of England's greatest churches. You’ll rehearse his “sublime” choral work Requiem, before singing in a deeply moving evening performance, conducted by the composer.

We'll be joined by a string ensemble from Hull Philharmonic Orchestra

This event is FREE for singers to attend; contributions towards running costs are greatly appreciated.



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

supported using public funding by Arts Council England
Beverley Minster

photo by Michael D Beckwith

Beverley Minster
Beverley Minster

photo by Michael D Beckwith

 As uplifting and glorious as anything I've ever sung  Elizabeth, Selby Abbey workshop April 2023

 Just overwhelming, and blew my heart right open  Nicola, Arundel Cathedral workshop February 2023

 He creates joy and sublime moments. Book now before word gets out!  Come And Sing Somewhere review, Exeter 2021

Details and timings

Timings on the day

  • 10:00 - 10:30

    singer registration - at St Nicholas' Church, Holme Lane, Beverley HU17 0QP

  • 10:30 - 13:00

    morning rehearsal - part learning and note-bashing (at St Nicholas' Church)

  • 13:00 - 14:30

    lunch break (bring a packed lunch), and relocate to Beverley Minster (10-15 minute walk)

  • 14:30 - 17:30

    afternoon rehearsal - alongside Hull Philharmonic strings and cello soloist Jayden Lamcellari

  • 19:00 - 20:15

    concert performance - dress code for singers: all black

 Reaches into the soul and lifts it skyward  - BBC Music Magazine

Choral workshops

Requiem in a Day workshops

Come and sing Matthew Coleridge's Requiem in some of the country's most inspiring cathedrals, abbeys and churches. All events are directed by the composer.

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