The Breath of Life

Sing in the first performance of Matthew's new work, 'The Breath of Life' at Buckfast Abbey, on the edge of Dartmoor.

Hosted by Dartington Community Choir, don't miss this unique opportunity to sing in a world premiere performance.

The Breath of Life draws on texts from the psalms, hymns and various other sources, all based around God's creation. Book your place now at www.dartington-community-choir.co.uk/workshops



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

Buckfast Abbey

Buckfast Abbey © Jack Pease

Buckfast Abbey
Matthew Coleridge

Matthew Coleridge photo by Mike Griffiths

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

Buckfast Abbey

Buckfast Abbey
Saturday 1st March 2025

First performance - The Breath of Life



Wells Cathedral

Wells Cathedral
Saturday 21st June 2025

Requiem in a Day with Wells Cathedral Oratorio Society



St Giles Edinburgh

Edinburgh
Saturday 20th & Sunday 21st September 2025

Requiem Weekend, with concert performance at St Giles' Cathedral



Sherborne Abbey

Sherborne Abbey
Saturday 4th October 2025

Requiem 10th Anniversary concert



Southwell Minster

Southwell Minster
Saturday 18th October 2025

Requiem in a Day with Southwell Minster Choirs Association



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