Oxford Orpheus Choral Workshop

This is our annual Workshop, prior to our Rehearsal and Concert day on 28th February 2026. Our chosen work this season is Handel's Messiah and the message from our inspirational choral director Robert Dean is:

"Whilst everyone assumes they know the notes and how to sing this wonderful oratorio, in the workshop I would like to put this to the test - in the friendliest way possible! Not only will this be a day’s refresher course, but I also hope to give you pointers and tips on the good vocal technique needed to sing the plethora of choruses and survive, how to manage the multitude of runs without running out of puff and how to make the best possible sound in the Hallelujah chorus! It’s time to renew acquaintance with this masterpiece because we shall be performing it in a way very different from the usual……."

Host or Publisher Oxford Orpheus Trust