This special concert brings together four vibrant choirs to celebrate the launch of the new Spell Songs Choral Songbook: a collection of fresh arrangements drawn from the acclaimed Spell Songs albums.

Originally commissioned by Folk by the Oak, Spell Songs is a musical response to The Lost Words and The Lost Spells by Robert Macfarlane and Jackie Morris. Blending poetry, folk, and rich instrumental textures, the project is a call to reawaken our connection to the natural world.

The concert features brand-new choral arrangements by Kerry Andrew and Spell Songs’ own Jim Molyneux.

Performing on the night are:

• SYRINX, a 50-voice community project led by Ben See
• Sound Choir, a youthful ensemble conducted by Liz Swain
• The Fourth Choir, an LGBTQ+ chamber choir directed by Jamie Powe
• Southend Youth Choir, led by Rosemary Pennington

Together, they’ll perform highlights from the new songbook alongside other nature-inspired works. All Spell Songs music is co-created by Seckou Keita, Karine Polwart, Julie Fowlis, Kris Drever, Rachel Newton, Beth Porter, Jim Molyneux, Jackie Morris and Robert Macfarlane.