Leeds Song Festival 2027

Founded in 2004, Leeds Song (formerly Leeds Lieder) is now recognised internationally as one of the premier organisations devoted to art-song.

It aims to introduce Lieder to an ever-wider audience, to inspire young people and others to appreciate song, and to sustain the tradition of song writing through the commissioning of new work. As the only northern organisation devoted to the performance and understanding of art-song, Leeds Song is uniquely positioned to develop its performers and audiences outside the capital.

Leeds Song has built a reputation for musical excellence with its artistic programme, and for featuring new and emerging talent alongside established artists whilst also creating accessible events and projects for audiences and participants new to the genre.

An exceptional gathering of internationally acclaimed artists will be welcomed to Leeds for the 2027 festival, including Sir Simon Keenlyside, Fatma Said, Christiane Karg, Carolyn Sampson, Beth Taylor, Christopher Maltman and Christoph Prégardien.

Visit the Leeds Song website for more information about the festival, or view the upcoming events below.