The Buxton International Festival announces choral and vocal recitals for its 2026 program. “Voices of the Peaks,” a new choral suite by Hannah Brine and Jenni Watson is presented by the High Peak Singers, Bollington Singers, and Didsbury Singers. Performance Date: July 11, 2026Soprano Louise Alder and pianist Joseph Middleton perform “North: Frown Silence,” the first of four linked song recitals inspired by the cardinal directions. Performance Date: July 13, 2026The second song recital devised by Middleton, “South: Burning Earth” stars tenor Nicky Spence. Performance Dates: July 14 & 23, 2026Mezzo-soprano Dame Sarah Connolly performs the penultimate song recital, “East: Rising Light,” with pianist Joseph Middleton.

Source: International New York Times March 09, 2026 10:08 UTC