WOWFest 2026: Carmina Burana

The WOWFest Community Chorus and Bristol Classical Players will perform the mighty Carmina Burana, an epic work for choir, symphony orchestra and soloists written in 1936 by German composer Carl Orff. Based on a collection of medieval poetry, Carmina Burana is most famously known for its powerful opening chorus, O Fortuna.

Preliminary pieces will be performed by the Haydn Youth String Orchestra visiting from the Netherlands.

Performed by:
Wells Cathedral Youth Choir & Song Squad
Leon Fleisher Academy, New York
WOWFest Community Chorus
Bristol Classical Players

Soprano Miriam Allan
Tenor Matthew Minter
Baritone Adam Green

Conductor Tom Gauterin

About WOWFest:

WOWFest was created in 2018 by The International Music Exchange, Wells under the patronage of local celebrity conductor to bring music and musicians to the beautiful medieval streets of Wells. WOWFest strives to provide superb concert opportunities and an unforgettable cultural experience for performers and audiences alike. Choirs, bands, orchestras and ensembles from all corners of the globe are welcomed to England’s smallest city for an intense weekend of workshops, presentations, concerts and fun social activities.

https://www.wellsyouthmusicfest.co.uk

(TIME) was formed in 2014 to create innovative, inspiring and accessible performance opportunities for international young musicians.
The TIME team is knowledgeable, experienced, passionate and highly skilled: we are musicians and linguists who have travelled extensively and performed under various guises around the world. The entire team and our trusted partners have one thing in common: a love for music and a desire to support young musicians by bringing their unique passion and vibrant energy to new and appreciative audiences in outstanding concert venues.
Our speciality lies in creating exceptional performance opportunities for all natures of ensemble, incomparable to those offered by a regular tour operator. We are a not-for-profit arts organisation dedicated to forming authentic and inspiring experiences, cultural immersion and lasting memories for young musicians and audiences alike.

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