Director’s Welcome


Welcome to the Florence International Singing Programme (FISP). We aim to enable everyone to participate in high-level choral music through our unique and enriching ‘Choral Holidays’ in Florence, York and London. Our programme began with a passion for travelling and making high-quality music in fantastic churches. Each course is designed with two fundamental questions: ‘What would I like to sing?’ and ‘Where would I like to sing?’. Our courses carefully select the best buildings, locally recommended restaurants, and brilliant hotels to create an atmosphere that fosters a friendly and enjoyable environment for our ‘Choral Tourists’ singers.

Our courses continue to thrive through the passion and advocacy of the singers who attend them. While each course is musically enriching, we strive to make them accessible and affordable to singers of all abilities, allowing everyone to benefit and sing in some of the finest churches across the UK and Europe. However, like the music, the enjoyment and impact of attending a FISP course are ineffable. We believe you have to experience it to fully appreciate the unique nature of our programmes.

As part of our commitment to giving back, profits from our courses go towards funding our outreach programme, FISP Inspire. This new project aims to shift our thinking about ‘outreach’ by engaging and involving new singers and audiences. Our groundbreaking and sustainable model uses inspiration at its core to create a new generation of singers, choral leaders, and audiences by providing life-changing opportunities to disadvantaged young people from diverse backgrounds.

Caius Lee

Founder and Musical Director

''Absolutely mind-blowing and something I have never undertaken before. So glad I did as it was one of the times of my life musically, socially, enjoying other peoples company and sharing experiences together.''

— Florence International Singing Programme Participant 2022

“The opportunity to be taught by such outstanding conductors surrounded by brilliant soloists made it a day to remember. Looking forward to the next one!”

— Selby Abbey ‘Come and Sing’ Participant 2023

Upcoming Courses

Florence


25th - 29th July 2024

York


19th - 21st July 2024

London


23rd - 25th August 2024