Join us to perform Fauré’s Requiem (Op. 48) and Cantique de Jean Racine (Op. 11) as part of a massed choir, sitting in the auditorium of Leeds Grand Theatre, accompanied by the Orchestra and Chorus of Opera North and soloists.
Opera North’s Chorus Master, Tony Kraus, will be our conductor for the event. The afternoon will include a piano rehearsal with the Chorus of Opera North and a tutti rehearsal with the Orchestra and Chorus of Opera North, culminating in a final public performance in the evening.
You don’t need to be an experienced choral singer to take part, but you do need to be able to read a music score or be able to pick up music by ear and follow along with a score.
Please note:
Participant seating for the event is unreserved. Participants will be sat in groups according to their voice part and will be shown where to sit in the Stalls on the day. If you require wheelchair access or have any other Access requirements, please contact boxoffice@operanorth.co.uk before booking a ticket.
Timings
4–5.30pm Piano Rehearsal with Participants & Chorus of Opera North
6–7pm Tutti Rehearsal with the Orchestra & Chorus of Opera North
8–9pm Performance
Age restrictions
18+
For anyone who would like to spend more time learning the pieces before the performance, we are offering an accompanying choral workshop package. For further details and to book, click below.
Friends and family members can come and hear you perform in the evening by booking an audience ticket.
Find out which voice type you are using our helpful guide.
No, we do not expect participants to have memorised the music! You will be able to use your scores on the performance day.
Yes, if you have any access needs or requirements, please contact boxoffice@operanorth.co.uk and we will be happy to discuss with you.
You are welcome to bring cold food/snacks into the theatre to consume during breaks, but the venue request no hot food. Please also be aware that Leeds Grand Theatre operates as a nut-free venue, so please refrain from bringing or consuming any nuts in the theatre. Glass bottles are also not allowed.
The Bar on the Stalls level will be open for you to purchase drinks/snacks. The Howard Assembly Room bar (HAR bar) located next to the Leeds Grand Theatre will also be open in the afternoon until 9.30pm on the day; they will be serving cold and hot drinks and Yuzu Street Food. You can also get 10% discount on drinks in the HAR bar by presenting your Opera North ticket.
There is no dress code! Please wear whatever you feel comfortable to sing in.
