A Season of Light

Sing in the Heart of Bath this Advent

27–29 November 2026 | Bath, United Kingdom

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Join us for an unforgettable musical weekend in the beautiful UNESCO World Heritage city of Bath as we celebrate the First Sunday of Advent with A Season of Light.

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Over three inspiring days, you'll rehearse in St Michael's Church and the Michael Tippett Centre, under the direction of acclaimed conductor Tori Longdon (London Philharmonic Choir, WorldChoir, Coronation Choir). You'll sing alongside the professional singers of KONEKTO Vocal Ensemble and award winning children's choir Voices for Life, culminating in a magical candlelit concert at the beautiful historic church of St Mary's Bathwick.

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Our 2026 programme, A Season of Light, explores the beauty, hope and joy of Advent through a carefully curated selection of European Christmas carols and seasonal choral music. Participants will rehearse and perform this inspiring repertoire as part of the final candlelit concert on the First Sunday of Advent.

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More than just a singing weekend, this is an opportunity to experience the festive atmosphere of Bath, meet fellow singers from around the world, and enjoy a weekend filled with music, friendship and Christmas spirit.

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As part of the weekend, you'll also enjoy our legendary Ugly Christmas Jumper Party and a festive guided walking tour of Bath with KONEKTO co-founder Melanie Dirbach.

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Whether you're an experienced choral singer or simply passionate about great choral music, we look forward to welcoming you for a truly memorable Advent experience.

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Your Participation Includes

• Full participation in all rehearsals and the final concert

• Performance of A Season of Light

• Rehearsals and concert conducted by Tori Longdon (London Philharmonic Choir, World Choir, Coronation Choir)

• Rehearsals at St Michael's Without, Bath and the Michael Tippett Centre

• Rediscovering timeless Christmas favourites while exploring beautiful new seasonal repertoire from across Europe

• Candlelit concert at St Mary's Bathwick

• Opportunity to perform alongside the professional singers of KONEKTO Vocal Ensemble and award winning children's choir Voices for Life

• Festive guided walking tour of Bath with Melanie Dirbach

• Entry to our famous Ugly Christmas Jumper Party

• Experience the magical opening weekend of Bath's famous Christmas Market and enjoy the city's festive atmosphere.

• Digital Scores and resources (Links will be sent out by 1st October)

• Welcome goody bag on arrival

• Video recordings of the final concert​

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Music Scores

As part of our commitment to reducing paper waste, we encourage participants to use digital scores, which are included in the participation fee.

For those who prefer to sing from printed music, a printed score booklet is available for an additional €10 to cover printing and preparation costs. (Gold Members and students receive the printed score booklet at no additional cost). Participants will receive the booklet upon arrival. 

Please see the different ticket categories to choose the option that best suits you.

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Repertoire

(Subject to change and in no particular order)

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• Riu Riu Chiu - Flecha

• Advent O Carol - L'estrange

• Weihnachten - Mendelssohn

• Lux Arumque - Whitacre

• O Radiant Dawn - MacMillan

• A Spotless Rose - Howells

• The Holly and the Ivy - Gardner

• Once in Royal Davids City - Willcocks

• Hark the Heralds Angels Sing - Willcocks

• O come all ye Faithful - Willcocks

• Santa Lucia - trad.

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Who Can Take Part?

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The weekend is open to singers of all ages and nationalities. Whether you regularly sing with a choir or are looking for a unique musical weekend away, you'll enjoy making music with like-minded singers in one of England's most beautiful cities.

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We can't wait to welcome you to Bath for an unforgettable Season of Light.

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​Arrival & Registration

Friday, 27th  November 2026 16:00 - at the rehearsal venue

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Concert

Sunday, 29 November 2026 at 15:00
St. Mary's the Virgin, Bathwick
Free entry – donations welcome

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​​​COME FOR THE MUSIC. STAY FOR THE KONNEKTION.​

Registration for early bird tickets opens on 20th July

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