- What: A nearly 300 year old choral music festival in England that is the oldest, non-competitive music festival in the world
- When: Eight days in mid August, beginning and ending on a Saturday
- Where: Alternates between three English cathedrals, Worcester, Gloucester and Hereford. (Hereford in 2009, Gloucester in 2010)
- Admission: Various ticket prices, including season, half season and student tickets.
- Visit the Three Choirs Music Festival website for full program information and online booking.
There's Nothing New About Music Festivals in England
The Three Choirs Festival, one of the oldest music festivals in the world, has shared between Hereford, Worcester and Gloucester Cathedral for nearly 300 years. The first reference to it is in a local newspaper from 1719, but it's likely this music festival in Enland has been taking place for even longer.
Choral and Chamber Music From Around the World
At the heart of the festival is an evening concert, every night, in the hosting cathedral. Choral concerts range from performances of well established classical British choral music to the international repertoire of classical choral music.Daytime programs during the music festival week include chamber music, opera, theater, organ recitals, talks, exhibitions and special events.
In addition to the specially assembled Festival Chorus, participants include top international orchestras, ensembles and artists as well as young performers and groups.
