• Aimed at advanced conductors, places are limited to 8 active participants and up to twenty observers.  

• Gain invaluable insights and practical skills from Neil Ferris, one of the country’s leading teachers of choral conducting. 

• Receive personalised feedback and guidance in a supportive and encouraging environment. 

• Refine your conducting technique and learn how to use it to effectively communicate with your choir. 

Members of Sonoro will join for the final afternoon session providing a rewarding opportunity for all active participants to work with one of the UK’s finest professional choirs. 

REPERTOIRE
Johannes Brahms Wie lieblich sind deine Wohnungen
Eleanor Daley Upon your heart
R. Nathaniel Dett Ave Maria
Gerald Finzi My spirit sang all day
Michael Higgins View me, Lord
Cecilia McDowall Da Vinci Requiem 

HOW TO APPLY
Applications for active participant places are to be made by 12:00pm (noon) on Monday 8 June 2026 to Liz Chapman elizabeth.chapman@sonorochoir.com. Please submit the following:  

• An up-to-date CV  

• A video link of an example of your work (rehearsal or performance)  

• A statement on why you would like to participate and what you hope to gain from the masterclass.  

Participants chosen will be notified by Monday 15 June 2026.  

FEES
Weekend Active Participant: £375.00
Weekend Observer: £125.00 (book via the link above)
Observer (1 day only): £75 per day (book via the link above)