YORK

Join the FISP community, for our annual York residential. We warmly welcome singers to join us for a course filled with music from across the English choral tradition. As we seek to build a balanced choir with a challenging repertoire, participants may be required to look at music in advance. We will send out rehearsal tracks and music in advance for those who want to get ahead! Services include Compline by candlelight, a Eucharist and a triumphant Evensong to finish.

This is an opportunity to mix safely with like-minded friends with a common love for choral music. With ensuite accommodation at St John's University, 5 minutes from the city centre, with breakfast and evening meals - our course makes the perfect choral retreat!

Limited places are available, so please book early to avoid disappointment! 

“York was my first residential with FISP and it won't be my last! I was a little nervous but from the first rehearsal everyone just "gelled" into a wonderfully friendly group totally focused on the music (and on having great fun!) Caius and the rest of the team were so enthusiastic and knowledgeable that I felt I was learning and improving all the time. Singing in such beautiful venues was a fantastic experience and I had my musical experience widened. I would (and have!) recommend FISP to anyone who enjoys singing.”

— York 2023 Participant

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Priority booking open to Friends of FISP: 28/11/23

Second release booking open: 15/01/24

Price list

Single room - £415

Double Room - £565 (Sold out)

Payment plans available (£100 deposit per person).

Non-accommodation - £195

19.07.24 - 21.07.24

2024 Repertoire

Currently, we are in the process of curating our repertoire, ensuring a diverse program containing melodies from the rich tapestry of the English choral tradition. As we strive to assemble a choir geared towards tackling a diverse repertoire, participants may find it beneficial to familiarise themselves with the music in advance. For those eager to get a head start, we'll provide rehearsal tracks and sheet music beforehand. This years program will feature enchanting services including Compline by candlelight, a Eucharist, and a triumphant Evensong to cap off the experience. This unique opportunity allows music-lovers to safely connect with equally enthusiastic people who share a passion for choral music.

Please note: music can be subject to change depending on circumstances.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • As part of our York residential, we offer participants ensuite accommodation at York St John University. This is less than a mile from the city centre and, with breakfast and evening meals included, makes for the perfect weekend stay. 

    ​Included in the rooms are:

    • A single or double bed, depending on room size

    • Desk

    • Chair

    • Various drawers

    • Built-in wardrobe

    • Shelves

    • High-speed Wi-Fi.

    Bathroom facilities are en-suite and include:

    • Shower

    • Toilet

    • Sink

    • Space to hang towels.​​

  • Ensuite accommodation at York St John University

    Tuition  

    Sheet music  

    Breakfast and evening meals

    Coach to and from Beverley

  • Participants should have good sight-reading ability and are advised to prepare the music beforehand. However, nobody is expected to be note-perfect on the first day. Participants with a lower sight-reading ability are encouraged to study the score beforehand using our excellent resources and listen to the music on Spotify.

    We will post all music to you eight weeks in advance, and for those wishing to make a head start, we can arrange to get these out to you sooner. The repertoire list is also available on our web site.

For any further enquiries, please do not hesitate to contact us via the form below.

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