Come & Sing: Music of the Opera

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Join Scottish Opera’s Chorus Director Susannah Wapshott for an exciting and enjoyable day of music making for adult singers of all ages and abilities (music reading required).

About Come & Sing: Music of the Opera

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Do you enjoy singing? Fancy rehearsing and performing choruses from some of the world’s most loved operas? Yes? Well look no further…

Rehearse and explore the operatic chorus repertoire in an encouraging, fun and relaxed environment before performing for family and friends in a closing concert.

All music will be provided in advance (so no sight singing on the day to lose sleep over!).

Enjoy exploring and singing a programme of music inspired by some of opera’s most popular choruses including Puccini’s gorgeous “Humming Chorus” amongst others.

Complimentary tea & coffee will be provided throughout the day.

Spaces are strictly limited so early booking before the application deadline of 1st April 2024 is advised.

Tickets are available HERE

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