News Story
Here at the Three Choirs Festival, we remember the unfathomable sacrifice of those who gave their lives during world war one and two. Their memory shall never be forgotten.
Our history has two gaps for these periods, where those who organised and performed within the Three Choirs festival forsook their musical tradition to join the war effort.
Our history has two gaps for these periods, where those who organised and performed within the Three Choirs festival forsook their musical tradition to join the war effort.
There were two premieres which reinstated the festival. One in 1920, with Elgar's setting of 'For The Fallen' by Binyon.
Listen to The Halle's recording of the piece here:
The other was marked in 1946 by Dyson, and his setting of 'Quo Vadis'.
Listen to the BBC National Orchestra of Wales' recording here:
More Stories...
Sydney Philharmonia Choirs to make a special appearance at this year's Three Choirs Festival
17 April 2026The Australian choir presents a programme of choral favourites on 1 August.
Three Choirs Festival Announces Programme for 2026 Edition
20 March 2026The Three Choirs Festival returns to Gloucester from 25 July – 1 August 2026, bringing eight days of world-class music to the city.
Updates from Associate Composer Gavin Higgins
3 March 2026Find out more about what Gavin has been up to this winter, and what he's looking forward to.