LYC’s BBC Proms debut
Published 19 September 2024
We were thrilled to make our BBC Proms debut in Prom 65, the last concert of Choral Day. LYC Chamber Choir sang in the massed chorus in a performance of Handel’s Messiah, alongside the Philharmonia Chorus, The Fourth Choir, the Jason Max Ferdinand Singers, Voices of the River’s Edge and Bath Minerva Choir. Conducted by John Butt, the performance also included the Academy of St Martin in the Fields and soloists Nardus Williams, Helen Charlston, Benjamin Hulett and Ashley Riches.
It really was a fantastic experience for our members to sing this wonderful piece alongside so many talented musicians, and we are thrilled to have been a part of it.
If you missed the Prom, you can listen back on BBC Sounds.
FROM OUR MEMBERS…
“Performing in my first prom for such a joyous occasion was electric! It was an honour to sing amongst such talented musicians.”
“It was amazing to sing with so many other incredible musicians – soloists, choirs and instrumentalists alike – and I felt super proud to be a part of LYC’s first ever performance at the Proms!”
“Singing Handel’s Messiah in such an iconic venue with so many other incredible singers is an experience I will never forget”
“After such a massive LYCC year, it felt like the cherry on top to finish with the LYC proms debut! Being in the proms… was the most special feeling and I can’t thank LYC enough for this opportunity!”
FROM THE PRESS…
“A carefully curated performance to bring joy to newcomers and old hands alike” – Youngish Perspective
“The choirs were fully focused and word-clear at every point.” – theartsdesk
“an astonishing display of vocal coordination… in choral singing, inclusiveness is everything.” – The Guardian
“It is quite an extraordinary experience to stand with six thousand audience members, alongside six choirs amassed on the stage” – The Prickle
