Come and sing days - English Baroque Choir

We love hosting Come and Sing Days, when we are joined by guest singers to work together on a selected work. These are very popular, attracting around120 additional singers to join us for the day. Our award winning conductor Harry Bradford has previously taken us through many popular and interesting works including Bach’s Christmas Oratorio and St. John Passion, Handel’s Israel in Egypt, Duruflé’s Requiem.

Edward Elgar’s The Dream of Gerontius 3rd October 2026

We are pleased to announce our second Come and Sing day in 2026, which will take place on 3rd October at Holy Trinity Sloane Square. We will be working on Edward Elgar’s magnificent work The Dream of Gerontius. Elgar himself considered The Dream of Gerontius his finest work.

Come and explore Elgar’s epic music with our award-winning conductor Harry Bradford and members of the English Baroque Choir.

Details:

Date: Saturday 3 October 2026, 9:30 -17:00
Venue: Holy Trinity Sloane Square SWX 9BZ
Work: Dream of Gerontius – Edward Elgar, New Novello edition
Ticket prices: Full – £35, U30 – £20, U21 – £15
Scores: Hire – £2, Purchase – £20

After you have registered, please make your payment. You can find payment information here, but please register first.

Some impressions from previous Come and Sing days

Feedback on recent Come and Sing days

“I particularly like that the EBC singers, and other guests, sing to a high standard compared to other come-and-sing events, and the number of tenors and basses is so impressive. It makes for a special music-making experience. Harry Bradford also gets the balance just right between musical accuracy versus enjoyment. Thanks so much to the Committee for all the hard work behind the scenes and I look forward to the next Come and Sing day.” (Christmas Oratorio Oct 2024)

“I had a really lovely day with you all. I’d never previously sung the piece so it was a challenge, but your MD Harry was simply amazing. He is clearly very experienced and knows how to get the best out of singers, but with such respect, kindness and humour. I also found members of the EBC to be very friendly and welcoming.” (Mozart Mass in C Minor Jan 2026)

“Thanks for a wonderful day. Although I have sung the Mass before, Harry was able to bring out so much more and it was great to sing with so many strong singers. EBC organised everything well – registration, catering, seating.” (Mozart Mass in C Minor Jan 2026)

“I particularly enjoyed the rehearsal style of Harry. Pushing us to refine our interpretation of both words and music, while keeping his tone light. He raises everyone’s game with his musicality and enthusiasm. The whole day runs so smoothly and comfortably. The catering is generous and efficient, with queues for tea etc at both ends of the table.” (Mozart Mass in C Minor Jan 2026)

“I really enjoyed the day. I enjoy the fact that it’s not just about singing a work but looking to perfect it as near as possible in the time. Harry is an excellent musical director with a good balance of high expectations delivered with humour.” (Christmas Oratorio Oct 2024)

“I particularly enjoyed the way Harry led us – I learned so much and he gave so many helpful tips. The pace he set was perfect – slowing down to check the notes and then off we went, flying through those runs. It was great to get through so much music in just a few hours.” (Christmas Oratorio Oct 2024)