Lyyra: choral workshop with a VOCES8 associate choir

Lyyra is the newest ensemble from The VOCES8 Foundation and is the only professional women’s a cappella sextet based in the USA. Creating world-class musical experiences to inspire audiences, Lyyra seeks to redefine the genre of upper voice music in the choral landscape, highlighting the astonishing capabilities within the full spectrum of female singing. The sound of this bright, young group combines velvety richness alongside starlike brilliance. With a broad texture and exhilarating range of sound, the group’s talented members specialise in classical, jazz, pop, and folk music from diverse traditions and backgrounds.

Lyyra will lead fun and engaging activities using The VOCES8 Method as the building block. Based around the idea of ‘play’ in music, this workshop will create an environment where singers of all abilities can participate in the creative process of music making. Activities will engage the mind, body, and voice, as well as introduce elements of improvisation that will leave singers excited about their ability to participate in the creation of music.