31st Annual Convention, Pre-Convention Course & Young Conductors' Course

Thursday 25th August 2016

University of Winchester

Pre-Convention Course 25-26 August
Main Convention 26-28 August
Young Conductors' Course 26-28 August

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Inspiration and support for everyone leading singing, showcasing some of the best regional, national and international choirs.
Choirs include the Louisiana State University A Cappella Choir (conductor John Dickson), Riga Cathedral Girls' Choir (conductor Aira Birziņa) and members of Farnham Youth Choir.
Presenters include John Dickson (USA), Sian Edwards, Alice Farnham, Jeremy Haneman, Sarah Quartel (Canada), Jo Tomlinson, Len Tyler, David Victor-Smith and Jonathan Willcocks.

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