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Polyphony
Polyphony was formed by Stephen Layton in 1986 for a concert in King’s College Chapel, Cambridge. Since then the Choir has performed and recorded regularly to great critical acclaim throughout the world. Recent reviews declare Polyphony ‘one of the best s... morePolyphony was formed by Stephen Layton in 1986 for a concert in King’s College Chapel, Cambridge. Since then the Choir has performed and recorded regularly to great critical acclaim throughout the world. Recent reviews declare Polyphony ‘one of the best small Choirs now before the public’ (Telegraph) and ‘possibly the best small professional chorus in the world’ (Encore Magazine, USA). In a new poll by Gramophone Magazine they were named as one of the world’s leading Choirs ‘Stephen Layton's Choir have become renowned for both their sound and versatility – whether in early music, or contemporary works such as those of Eric Whitacre, they embody the remarkable tradition of British choral excellence at its finest.’
For more than a decade Polyphony has given annual sell-out performances of Bach’s St John Passion and Handel’s Messiah at St John’s Smith Square. These have become notable events in London’s music calendar and have been broadcast by BBC Radio 3 and the EBU. According to the Evening Standard ‘no one ... less
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Driffield Cadenza Singers
Formed in 2011 by members of a former disbanded Choir. The Choir has 20 experienced singers and performs between four and seven concerts each year, singing a variety of music from classical to light music. We endeavour to have a new programme each year fo... moreFormed in 2011 by members of a former disbanded Choir. The Choir has 20 experienced singers and performs between four and seven concerts each year, singing a variety of music from classical to light music. We endeavour to have a new programme each year for Spring and Christmas.
Directed by Penny Walker
Accompanist - Alan Farrow
