Who We are

“A rich, robust texture, abundant in vibrant colour and undoubted excitement.” The Guardian

Sonoro, one of the UK’s most impressive professional chamber choirs founded in 2016 by Neil Ferris and Michael Higgins, has attracted attention for its warm tone, rich blend of colours and vibrancy in performance.

“A huge dynamic and expressive range.” Gramophone

Sonoro’s distinctive sound has propelled the ensemble to secure engagements at major national and international festivals and venues including the London Chamber Music Series at Kings Place, the Wimbledon International Music Festival, the St Magnus International Festival, Orkney and in St Gallen, Switzerland.

“…vividly exciting and vibrantly thrilling…” Planet Hugill

The choir’s unmistakably rich and full sound has been realised by allowing each singer to be free to use all of their voice. Flexibility is matched by careful attention to blend and nuance, creating warmth and resonance. ‘Sonoro’ in Italian means ‘sonorous, voices that are rich and full’ and Sonoro lives up to that name as a choir with a distinctive and perfectly blended sound.

“A seriously impressive ensemble.” MusicWeb International

Sonoro’s debut album Passion and Polyphony featuring works of James MacMillan and Frank Martin was released on the Resonus Classics label in March 2018 to critical acclaim. Plans for 2018-19 include ‘Sing with Sonoro’ workshops, a return visit to Kings Place, as well as commissioning new music.

“Classical concerts seldom feel so downright uplifting.” The Scotsman

Concerts

  • 16
    12    6:30pm

    Christmas with Sonoro

    Kings Place, London

    Festive choral favourites including Vaughan Williams’ Fantasia on Christmas Carols.

    Open
  • 19
    12    7:30pm

    Carols by Candlelight

    St John's Church, Wimbledon

    A magical way to celebrate the festive season with family and friends.

    Open

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Support Us

Individual Giving Membership

Would you like to join us on our journey? We invite all our supporters to become part of the Sonoro family, a special group of friends who help fund and sustain our work. As a Friend or Patron, you will play a vital role in our future and help us to further our aims and ambitions, whilst getting to know us and receiving a unique insight into the life of the choir.

HONORARY PATRONS
Cecilia McDowall
Will Todd

PATRONS
Steve Chevis
Monica Darnbrough
Neil Dennis
Phil & Viv Ferris
Simon Wood

GOLD FRIENDS
Isla Smith

SILVER FRIENDS
Helen Edwards
Sarah Hendry
Claire Jamieson
Margaret & Oscar Lewisohn
Cecilia McDowall
Elizabeth Neale
Debbie Reddy
Laura Stewart
Carole Teacher
Libby Tomlinson
Diana Tsung
Dr Chris Wakelin

 

Do you have some spare time and skills that you want to share? There are many areas in which you can help: assisting us in organising Friends and fundraising events, helping out on concert nights, or offering your expertise in other ways. If you are interested in volunteering we would welcome your support, please contact our administrator Liz Chapman.

FRIENDS
Lynne Addison
Dr Peter Bennett
John Bicknell
Stephen Bourne
Jane Bradbury
Jo & Gavin Buchan
Mary Buckley
Janet Cameron
Nicola Cloutman
Christine Denwood
Christian Dingwall
Christine Evans
Dr Sally Flew
Liz Heathfield
Gill Manning
Damian O'Malley
Peter O’Toole
Alex Peake
Alistair Pirie
Marion Renault
Tilly Richardson
Allan Rippon
Patricia Small
Dr B. Sofaer-Bennett
Colleen Spalding
Paul Spicer
Paula & Pete Stone

CORPORATE SPONSORS
Collyer Bristow LLP
Marcus Beale Architects
The French Polishing Company

Friends of Sonoro

  • Friends

    £100 a year (or £10 pcm)

    • Advance information about our concerts and CD releases
    • Priority booking for selected self-promoted concerts
    • A subscription to our e-newsletter, including behind the scenes content
    • Recognition of your support on our website and in print
    Select package

  • Silver Friends

    £250 a year (or £25 pcm)

    In addition, all of our Silver Friends receive:

    • Exclusive invitations to open rehearsals and receptions
    • A complimentary concert programme for all self-promoted performances
    Select package

  • Gold Friends

    £500 a year (or £50 pcm)

    In addition, all of our Gold Friends receive:

    • A complimentary copy of all new Sonoro CD releases
    • Two complimentary tickets per year to a self-promoted concert of your choice
    Select package

  • Patrons

    £1000 a year (or £100 pcm)

    In addition, all of our Patrons receive:

    • Exclusive invitations to recording sessions
    • An invitation to our annual dinner and drinks reception
    • Six complimentary tickets per year to self-promoted concerts
    Select package

  • Young Friends

    £25 a year (or £2.50 pcm) for those aged 25 or below

    Young Friends are offered unique behind the scenes access to our rehearsals and opportunities to hear us performing live, whilst also acting as advocates for the choir amongst their peers.

    • 2-for-1 ‘bring a friend’ tickets to self-promoted concerts (friends under 25 only)
    • Exclusive behind the scenes access to selected rehearsals
    • A complimentary concert programme for all self-promoted performances
    • Advance information about our concerts and CD releases
    • Priority booking for selected Sonoro self-promoted concerts
    • A subscription to our e-newsletter, including behind the scenes content
    • Recognition of your support on our website and in print
    Select package
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