About Come and Sing Beethoven's Mass in C

Come and sing attendees singing from vocal scores
Credit: Joseph Wong

Experience the emotional intensity and Romantic drama of Beethoven’s 1807 masterpiece. This Come and Sing offers a unique opportunity to rehearse and perform Beethoven's stunning Mass in C in the warm, historic setting of St Mary de Crypt.

All proceeds from this event go directly toward sponsoring the professional soloists for our flagship performance at the 2026 Three Choirs Festival. By joining us in March, you are helping bring this incredible piece to Gloucester Cathedral with the Philharmonia Orchestra this July.

Important Information

Sheet Music

The supply of the vocal score will be included on the day. The Breitkopf & Härtel version can be viewed prior on ISMLP here.

Schedule
  • 10.00 registration
  • 10.30 Introduction & Piano rehearsal
  • 1.15 lunch
  • 2.00 Orchestra & Choir Rehearsal
  • 4.00 Tea
  • 4.45 Public Performance
  • 5.30 Close
Rehearsal Materials

These are links to hear individual voice parts:

A recommended recording of the piece is available here.

Performers

  • Judith Sheridan

    Judith Sheridan

    conductor

  • Jonathan Hope

    accompanist

  • Come and Sing chamber ensemble

  • Sebastian Burtenshaw-Snellgrove

    soprano

  • Gaye Boggon

    alto

  • Peter Holmes

    tenor

  • Gerard Walshe

    bass