Platinum Consort was founded by Scott Inglis-Kidger and Claire Jaggers in 2005. The consort specialises in bringing vibrancy to early music, as well as breathing Life into newly commissioned pieces. Originating at the University of Cambridge, the consort...  morePlatinum Consort was founded by Scott Inglis-Kidger and Claire Jaggers in 2005. The consort specialises in bringing vibrancy to early music, as well as breathing Life into newly commissioned pieces. Originating at the University of Cambridge, the consort attracted singers from the renowned choirs of St John's, Jesus, Trinity and King's Colleges. Now a professional vocal ensemble, Platinum Consort boasts some of the Best young singers in London. They have an affinity with the music of composer Richard Bates and recently premiered his Tenebrae Responsories. These, along with other music inspired by the Tenebrae tradition appear on Platinum's debut album, In The Dark which is released on Resonus Classics. Platinum also runs a Boys' Choir, which aims to be one of the Best of its kind in the UK. In addition to this our Choral Workshops provide a wealth of opportunities for singers who wish to explore glorious repertoire in smaller groups. More info: less

Take a brief look into the Life of us on-board the P&O cruise ship Ventura as it cruises around the Canary Islands. A brief stop off in Lanzarote. It's hard to believe we actually did any work! Soundtrack recorded live in the back of a car while at a gig!

[this is a version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   I watched a TV documentary the other Day called How a choir works with Gareth Malone.   Photo by TheCamerons   At one point he talked about...

Music has always had the powers to lift our spirits and make the Day seem a little brighter. As we age, music can be one of the most comforting ways to connect with our favorite past-times. Hearing the song you once danced to with your sweetheart as a tee...

Dear Choral Enthusiasts, Happy Independence Day! As we celebrate the spirit of unity and freedom, I am excited to share some wonderful updates and opportunities to connect through the power of choral music. Creating Together Music has always been a too...

The Brocal Chords perform at the Drake University Relay for Life fundraiser.

A Year As a Nomad:   April 4, 2023, marked the last Day I spent in my birth country. I shared breakfast with my brother and mother, showed my boarding pass, and within minutes, I was on a plane to London. What happened during all that time? ...

SABELANI Music Initiative has put on hold workshops due to the Lock Down enforced by the S. African Government on the 27th March.If the Lock Down is lifted on the 16th April as planned we will be celebrating World Voice Day on the 18th April as well as jo...

Sanita Melodia Choir at Symphony of Life Concert on November 2013

This was originally published on the Embro Thistle Singers' blog.  I was reading an article posted to Facebook the other Day.  Esa-Pekka Salonen became a conductor when he filled in for an absent colleague.     In the following sh...