Requiem in a Day

Be part of the choir for a powerful performance of a modern choral classic!

Join composer Matthew Coleridge for an inspiring day of choral singing in Coventry Cathedral. You'll spend the day rehearsing his “sublime” choral work REQUIEM, before singing in a moving evening performance, conducted by the composer. We'll be joined by the University Warwick Symphony Orchestra, the cathedral's mighty Harrison & Harrison organ, and soprano soloist Suzzie Vango.

Under 18s welcome, but must be accompanied by an adult.



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

Coventry Cathedral

photo by David Iliff

Coventry Cathedral
Matthew Coleridge

photo by Mike Griffiths


 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

  • 09:30 - 10:30

    singer registration - at Holy Trinity Church, Priory Row, Coventry CV1 5EX (next door to cathedral)

  • 10:30 - 13:30

    morning rehearsal - part learning and note-bashing (at Holy Trinity)

  • 13:30 - 14:30

    lunch break (bring a packed lunch), and relocate to Coventry Cathedral (2 minute walk)

  • 14:30 - 17:30

    afternoon rehearsal - we'll be joined by University of Warwick Symphony Orchestra and professional soloists

  • 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

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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