A monumental musical event is set to take place at Bath Abbey.
On May 9, 2026, at 7pm, the Malmesbury Singers and the Athenaeum Singers of Warminster will unite with Bath Philharmonia to perform Edward Elgar's 'The Dream of Gerontius.'
This collaboration, made possible by Anglian Home Improvements' sponsorship, promises to be a memorable experience for both performers and the audience.
The composition, a revered piece in the English choral tradition, follows a soul's journey from death to divine judgment.
It has gained renewed interest after being featured in Nicholas Hytner's 2025 film, 'The Choral.'
Music director and conductor Thomas Mottershead said: "This is a very exciting opportunity for two of Wiltshire’s leading choral societies to join forces - an occasion that rarely happens.
"We are thrilled to be collaborating with one of the South West’s foremost professional orchestras, Bath Philharmonia.
"Performing Sir Edward Elgar’s 'The Dream of Gerontius' in the magnificent setting of Bath Abbey will be a truly memorable experience for performers and audience alike."
The solo roles will be performed by tenor Andrew Kennedy, mezzo-soprano Olivia Jane Gomez, and bass/baritone William Stevens.
Tickets are available now via the Bath Box Office.
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