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

Chantage, one of the country’s leading amateur choirs, conducted by James Davey

Southend Boys’ and Girls’ Choirs, led by Rosemary Pennington and Roger Humphrey

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.