The Twelve - exploring the backbone of the choral repertoire

The Twelve is our masterclass series offering conductors the opportunity to focus on twelve major works which form the backbone of choral repertoire in the UK.

Whether you are a choral conductor looking to expand your repertoire, are planning to perform a particular work and want new insights, or an orchestral conductor looking to learn more about working with a choir, this series offers you both in-depth learning and practical experience.

Each work has its own dedicated day, with participant places including masterclasses with a full-size chorus. Observer places are also available for those who would like to learn more without committing to a full day of participation. Works are aimed across skill levels, and from Handel through to classic twentieth century works.

Our twelve works are:

  • A German Requiem - Brahms
  • Requiem - DuruflĂ©
  • The Dream of Gerontius - Elgar
  • Requiem - FaurĂ©
  • Dixit Dominus - Handel
  • Messiah - Handel
  • The Creation - Haydn
  • Elijah - Mendelssohn
  • Requiem - Mozart
  • Carmina Burana - Orff
  • Petite Messe Solennelle - Rossini
  • Requiem - Verdi

We are continually developing new training initiatives, so if you think there's a work missing from the list, contact us and let us know what you'd like to see us offer a masterclass on.

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Find out more - check out our FAQs here or contact our Training Manager, Elisabeth Brierley, via email or on 07805 454563.