The Collati Singers will be performing in Buckfast Abbey next weekend with a concert that celebrates release from musical lockdown

The 7.30pm concert on Saturday, November 6, will include music recorded virtually during lockdowns and sung collectively on Zoom last year.

In additional two exuberant works expressing delight at being able to sing again will be featured, namely Bach’s motet Lobet den Herrn and Rutter’s Gloria, the latter with organ accompaniment by Peter King (Bath Abbey) and percussion by Simon Pembury, conducted by musical director Trefor Farrow.

The tracks recorded virtually in lockdown are available on the choir’s website www.collatisingers.co.uk or their YouTube channel.

Tickets are available from www.buckfast.org.uk/boxoffice, the Abbey gift shop or on the door on the night.

Collati also have a vacancy for an experienced bass with a background in choral singing, a wide vocal range and good sight-reading ability. Contact [email protected] or 01364 643134 if interested.

Looking ahead to the festive period their popular Christmas concert will take place at  Stoke Damerel Church in Plymouth  on Sunday, December 12 at 3pm, and will include two Christmas motets, some seasonal settings and a selection of lighter carols. 

The Damerel Belles women’s ensemble will also sing two short sets, conducted and accompanied by Trefor Farrow.

Ticket details for the Christmas concert will be available soon the Singers’website https://www.collatisingers.co.uk.