Explore the ancient art of unaccompanied sacred singing, used by people throughout the world to bring joy, healing and inspiration to their lives. Lift your spirits with a feast of harmonies and learn songs from a range of cultures spanning the globe. You don’t need to be at all religious to tap into the beauty of sacred song.

Sacred Song encompasses an amazing mix of musical diversity: from the Black gospel church and the slave plantations of rural Southern USA, to Jewish Sephardic singing from Spain; from South African protest songs to New Zealand Maori hymns; from Corsican polyphony to the lush harmonies of the Russian Orthodox church; from the chants of the Taizé community to medieval plainsong; from the Georgian church to the Shaker community; and much more in between. We will learn several songs from some of these different traditions, all especially arranged for voice in unaccompanied harmony.

Chris teaches everything by ear (no need to read music). No previous experience needed – just bring yourself and have a go. Whether you’ve only ever sung in the shower, or you’re already in a choir, there will be something here for everyone.

This will be Chris’s ninth visit to Hursley. Each year has sold out, so make sure to book your place in plenty of time!

BOOKING OPENS AUGUST 2024