King’s Lynn Festival Chorus
CELEBRATING 50 YEARS OF
A dynamic and engaging choir drawing members from across Norfolk and neighbouring counties since 1977.
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Handel: Messiah
Saturday 28 November 2026
6pmSt Nicholas’ Chapel, King’s Lynn
Marking the opening of King’s Lynn Festival Chorus’ landmark 50th anniversary season, Handel’s most celebrated oratorio portrays Jesus Christ as ‘Messiah’, from the prophecies of Isaiah through Incarnation, Passion, Resurrection, and to his ultimate glory-seat in heaven. Join us with orchestra and soloists for an evening of vivid musical storytelling and a favourite masterpiece of the high Baroque.
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Christmas Carol Concert
Saturday 19 December 2026
5pmSt Nicholas’ Chapel, King’s Lynn
Our much-anticipated family Christmas Carol Concert returns! Join us to mark the beginning of the festive season and an evening that captures the wonder and joy of Christmas with readings, and carols for both choir and audience. This concert usually sells out so book early to avoid disappointment.
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Haydn: Creation
Saturday 17 April 2026
7pmSt Nicholas’ Chapel, King’s Lynn
“In the beginning…” Haydn’s masterpiece immerses us in the creation narrative. From the musical representation of chaos to the operatic love duet of Eve and Adam, join us as all of creation is brought to life in musical technicolour including darkness and light, earth, sea, sky, the birds, the lion and tiger, the whale, and even the lowly worm. Some fifty years since its founding, King’s Lynn Festival Chorus celebrates its own creation in this special concert.
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Verdi: Requiem
Sunday 18 July 2026
4.30pmSt Nicholas’ Chapel, King’s Lynn
Verdi’s Requiem is often described as an opera in liturgical dress — an outpouring of grief, fury, and hope on an epic scale. Richard Blackford’s acclaimed chamber arrangement for two pianos, organ, and timpani brings the raw emotional power of Verdi’s vocal writing into stark, intimate focus. Conducted by Music Director, Ben Horden, who marks 10 years with the ensemble, witness the visceral terror of the ‘Dies irae’ and the soaring beauty of the ‘Lacrimosa’ in this extraordinary choral showcase.
Buy a season ticket and save 12%
Buy a season ticket and save 12%
Save 12% and benefit from reserved premium seating by buying a season ticket for £73 and attend all concerts in our 2026/27 season.
This offer ends on Saturday 28 November.
We enjoy collaborating with distinguished soloists and ensembles to perform from a wide-ranging repertoire.
Recent highlights include Johann Sebastian Bach’s Mass in B minor, and a gala concert of Gilbert and Sullivan including a semi-staged performance of the one-act comic opera Trial by Jury.
“We have come to expect fine performances from King’s Lynn Festival Chorus and once again we were not disappointed.”
Join us
We are always pleased to hear from anyone with a love of choral music who would like to share in our commitment and passion to learn and perform. We rehearse weekly during term time and perform three or four concerts a year. We are a friendly, vibrant, experienced chorus who bring energy and enthusiasm to our performances. If you are considering joining us and would like to know more, please get in touch.