Residential singing weekends
Spend a whole weekend singing with like-minded people.
"I have never met anyone who has Chris's ability through humour and perseverance to teach so many varied and challenging songs in a weekend. His energy is tangible and is maintained throughout the weekend. The atmosphere when the harmonies come together is electric and what I call a 'golden moment'. This is why I keep booking!" Sing Africa, Derbyshire, October 2018
Not been to one of Chris's singing weekend's before? You might like to check out some frequently asked questions.
If you're looking for one-day and half-day workshops, you can find them on the singing workshops page.
Click here to read the latest (January 2026) Covid policy for Chris's residential singing weekends.
Booking system for singing weekends
Before booking a weekend, make sure you have read about the new booking system.
Forthcoming Weekends
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Sacred songs to soothe the soul
St. Columba's House, Woking, 24-26 April 2026
Lift your spirits with a feast of gorgeous harmonies. Learn songs from a range of spiritual traditions spanning the globe. A weekend of singing in a contemporary retreat centre just 30 minutes by train from the heart of London.
SOLD OUT – contact Chris to go on waiting list. Please include phone number.
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Voices of the sun: Harmony singing traditions of Spain, Italy, Portugal & the Islands
Telford Holiday Inn, 15-17 May 2026
Discover the rich harmonies of Southern Europe. Raise your voice, connect with others, and journey through the musical heart of the Mediterranean. All in a luxury venue in a country park in Telford.
SOLD OUT – contact Chris to go on waiting list. Please include phone number.
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Folk songs from the British Isles
Peterborough Holiday Inn, 19-21 June 2026
Learn folk songs from England, Wales, Scotland, and Ireland, all arranged for voice only. All in this luxury venue in the Nene Valley.
SOLD OUT – contact Chris to go on waiting list. Please include phone number.
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Songs from the Pacific Islands
Glenthorne Quaker Centre, Grasmere, Lake District, 24-26 July 2026
Learn gorgeous harmony songs from a range of traditional Pacific cultures. Songs from New Zealand, Cook Islands, Tonga, Hawaii, and more. A fun weekend of fabulous harmony singing in the beautiful English Lake District.
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Songs from the Balkan heartlands
Sarum College, Salisbury, 18-20 September 2026
Learn songs from different Balkan cultures and traditions. A fantastic opportunity to discover songs from harmony singing traditions that go back thousands of years, all in the heart of the medieval cathedral city of Salisbury.
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Beach Boys bonanza
Cliff College, Peak District, Derbyshire, 9-11 October 2026
A fantastic opportunity to learn Beach Boys songs in glorious acappella harmony. A fun weekend of singing in the stunning Derbyshire Peak District.
You will need to be an experienced harmony singer to attend this weekend.
MORE BASS/BARITONE VOICES NEEDED!
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What is a residential weekend?
The cost of a residential weekend includes all meals, tea/coffee breaks, and singing tuition. Accommodation is in a mix of single, twin, and double rooms. The singles tend to sell out very fast! All rooms are en-suite (except for Glenthorne and Sarum College which have the option for has shared bathrooms). All venues are fully accessible unless otherwise stated. However, many venues have a limited number of accessible rooms. Please contact Chris if you have any queries.
Weekends start before supper on Friday and end after lunch on Sunday. Singing sessions are in the morning, late afternoon, and in the evening after supper. There is a two- to three-hour break on Saturday afternoon to give people a chance to explore the local area.