National Youth Choir
When
Sunday, 2 August 2026 at 15:00
Imperial Square, Cheltenham, GL50 1QA
Time
15:00
Price guide
Not listed — worth a quick ask
About this event
Join some of the best young singers in the world for a breathtaking musical journey that spans continents and generations. “Roots” celebrates the cultures we inherit and the human connections we create for ourselves. Feel the electrifying Haitian rhythms of Sydney Guillaume’s “Kalinda” and ecstatic Bollywood energy of A.R. Rahman’s “Balleilakka” contrasted with moments of profound reflection in music by Kim Andre Arnesen, Arvo Pärt and Elaine Hagenberg. Discover Jaakko Mäntyjärvi’s playful take on Shakespeare’s well-known lyrics and experience the world premiere of a new commission from Indian-American composer Shruthi Rajasekar. Programme to includeSydney Guillaume – KalindaReena Esmail – Man tu shudam, tu man shudiElaine Hagenberg – A FarewellPaul Crabtree – The Valley of Delight: Death and ResurrectionArvo Pärt – Which Was the Son ofRolando Budini – La ArenosaKim Andre Arnesen – Even when He is silentShruthi Rajasekar – New work (world premiere)Jaakko Mäntyjärvi – Four Shakespeare SongsA.R. Rahman – Balleilakka ArtistsNational Youth Choir (18-25 Years)Nicholas Chalmers, Principal ConductorMariana Rosas, Conductor
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