Jeffrey Skidmore’s final season - celebrating a remarkable legacy
Spem in alium · Monteverdi Vespers · St Matthew Passion at 300 · Missa Solemnis · a major world premiere from Roderick Williams — and much more. Join us to celebrate Jeffrey and welcome James Burton. Early booking is highly recommended.
RACHMANINOFF VESPERS
This masterpiece of unaccompanied choral writing is a radiant tapestry of ancient chant and lush Romantic harmony.
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Academy of Vocal Music: Recruiting Now!
Join us! Our Ex Cathedra Academy of Vocal Music choirs provide exciting opportunities for young singers aged 4-18. Our approach enables us to get to know each singer as an individual, with a variety of opportunities for training and performances alongside Ex Cathedra, and other partners, including The Nutcracker for Birmingham Royal Ballet. To find out more and arrange to come to a taster rehearsal, please contact us by emailing: education@excathedra.co.uk
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LATEST ALBUM - GENTLE FLAME
We are thrilled to present this new album of music by Liz Dilnot Johnson in her 60th birthday year (2024), including several works written for Ex Cathedra.
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“Bach’s ‘St John Passion’: balancing human drama and spiritual devotion”
Bach’s St John Passion has the potential to “excite emotions and intellect in equal measure” and Ashutosh Khandekar presents his piece “Bach’s ‘St John Passion’: balancing human drama and spiritual devotion ahead of a range of performances, including by Ex Cathedra, on the run up to Easter.
Ex Cathedra announces James Burton as next Artistic Director succeeding founder Jeffrey Skidmore after 57 years
James Burton to join in Spring 2026 as Artistic Director Designate Jeffrey Skidmore to become… read more