Our autumn training calendar is filled with extended courses, one-day events and CPD sessions designed to suit all levels of experience and training needs. They provide opportunities for networking, refreshing your technique and building new skills! Posted: Thu 18th August 2022 | Read More
After two years of online Festivals, we’re delighted to be back live! Join us on 1st October for abcd Live in the heart of Manchester - an exciting day of workshops, repertoire, exhibition and networking for everyone who leads singing. Posted: Thu 04th August 2022 | Read More
Hal Leonard Europe announces a major new choral series, presenting essential repertoire in unique three-part arrangements. Posted: Wed 27th July 2022 | Read More
Each month over the coming year, we're going to introduce you to one of our many abcd members. Find out more about how they heard about abcd, why they joined and what they love most about being a member! This month, we're hearing from Jonathan Schranz, abcd Young Conductor member. Posted: Mon 06th June 2022 | Read More
We are seeking new members of our Board of Trustees, who will play a vital role in the development of the Association as we move forward following the pandemic and shape the abcd of the future. Posted: Wed 11th May 2022 | Read More
We're delighted to be returning to York for our 39th Convention, at York St John Creative Centre, right in the centre of the historic city of York, on 25 and 26 October 2025.
Huge congratulations to our President and founder member John Rutter, who received his knighthood from the King this week, having been awarded his knighthood in His Majesty The King’s 2024 Birthday Honours for services to music.
Choral music at its most vibrant will fill the splendid Duke’s Hall at London’s Royal Academy of Music throughout the weekend of 2-3 November 2024 as singers and conductors from the UK and around the world collaborate in an international celebration of the choral arts.
We can't wait to welcome delegates to Reading for our 38th Annual Convention. Book your place now and join us for a weekend of repertoire, inspiration and the chance to spend time with colleagues. Don't forget that our Early Bird discount ends on 16 September!