Cambridge Contemporary Choir Festival

Name: Cambridge Contemporary Choir Festival
Address: The Cambridge Corn Exchange, Cambridge, CB23QB, GB
Telephone: +441223297361

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🎶 A celebration of all things ‘contemporary choir’ returning to Cambridge Corn Exchange on Friday 17th & Saturday 18th July 2026! 🎶

13/06/2026

What if your July plans looked a little more like this? ✨

A punt along the river.
A stroll through Cambridge.
Music drifting through the city.
A weekend filled with laughter, harmony and unforgettable moments.

This July, the Cambridge Contemporary Choir Festival invites you to experience Cambridge a little differently.

Come for the festival.
Stay for everything else. 💛

📅 17–18 July 2026

Thanks to for giving a scenic tour ❤️

11/06/2026

Introducing Helen Lappert ✨

Highly accomplished choir director and performer Helen Lappert is bringing her incredible energy and expertise to Cambridge Contemporary Choir Festival this July.

Helen directs acclaimed ensembles including Amersham A Ca****la, Strictly A Ca****la and Frisson, and has performed and competed internationally as part of her vocal career.

She’ll be leading our Saturday A Ca****la Workshop — an uplifting session full of rich harmonies, feel-good energy and powerful group singing.

Whether you’re completely new to a ca****la or already love harmony-led music, this workshop is designed to leave you feeling energised, inspired and wanting more 🎶

📍 Cambridge Corn Exchange
📅 Saturday 18 July
⏰ 3PM–4:15PM

09/06/2026

What happens when you bring a choir into the heart of Cambridge? 🎶✨

A few surprised shoppers.
& lots of smiling faces.

This pop-up performance at Podarok is exactly what the Cambridge Contemporary Choir Festival is all about - bringing music out into the city and celebrating the joy of singing with everyone.

This July, Cambridge will once again come alive with music as choirs, singers and performers take to the streets, venues and the iconic Cambridge Corn Exchange stage.

So why not make a day of it?

Explore the independent shops.
Wander the historic streets.
Discover live music around every corner.
And join us for a weekend of singing, community and unforgettable performances.

📍 Cambridge
📅 17–18 July 2026

Come for the festival. Stay for Cambridge. 💛

Thank you too our lovely friends Podarok for hosting us!

07/06/2026

This is a little glimpse behind the scenes from the last Cambridge Contemporary Choir Festival — and the magic that happens before the audience even takes their seats.

What we love most about this festival is that it’s not just about the final performance. It’s about the people, the energy backstage, the friendships and those shared “we’re really doing this” moments.

And this July, we get to do it all again — bigger than ever.

🎤 A brand new Friday night live band experience
🎶 Saturday workshops
✨ A huge Saturday night showcase
🎉 Pop-up performances across Cambridge

17–18 July 2026 — we can’t wait to welcome you back.

05/06/2026

Be honest… which workshop feels the most you? 👀🎤

Cambridge Contemporary Choir Festival has something for every kind of music lover — whether you’re here for powerhouse vocals, dramatic performances or harmony-filled goosebump moments.

✨ Gospel Workshop
You love soulful vocals, uplifting energy and songs that make you feel something.

🎭 Musical Theatre Workshop
You’ve definitely imagined yourself on a West End stage at least once. Big songs, big personalities and plenty of drama.

🎶 A Ca****la Workshop
You appreciate incredible harmonies, vocal talent and the kind of performances that leave you wondering how do they do that?

Still not seeing yourself here?

🎤 Try Friday Night’s BIG BIG Collab if you’re here for the social side — live band, big singalongs and a brilliant night out with friends.

✨ Or join us for the whole weekend 😉

17–18 July 2026 — Tickets are on sale now 🎟️

30/05/2026

On Saturday 18th July, Cambridge Corn Exchange will come alive for the headline event of Cambridge Contemporary Choir Festival.

Hosted by the brilliant David and Carrie Grant, this unforgettable evening celebrates all things contemporary choir with a line-up guaranteed to raise the roof.

Featuring performances from:

🎤 The Sing Space
🎶 Strictly a Ca****la - Herts
✨ The Collaboration Choir
🌟 And the super talented Julie Stark

Expect powerful vocals, huge harmonies, well-known songs and an unforgettable atmosphere.

Whether you’ve spent the day in workshops, explored Cambridge, or you’re simply joining us for the evening — this is your chance to sit back and experience the magic.

And in the 150th anniversary year of Cambridge Corn Exchange, what better stage for it?

Save this for your July plans ✨
Who are you bringing to the Saturday night showcase?

27/05/2026

Not sure which part of Cambridge Contemporary Choir Festival is for you? Start here 🎤✨

Saturday 18th July is packed with workshops designed for every kind of singer.

11:30AM — Gospel Workshop
Led by Lizzie Deane
Expect soulful harmonies, uplifting energy and the chance to be part of a scratch choir you’ll be proud of.

1:15PM — Musical Theatre Workshop
Led by Carrie Rawlings + Julie Stark
Big songs, big performances and a behind-the-scenes Q&A with a West End star.

3:00PM — A Ca****la Workshop
Led by Helen Lappert
Powerful harmonies, incredible vocals and feel-good group energy.

No pressure.
No auditions.
No need to be a “professional singer.”

Just choose the genre you love most — or make a full day of it and book more than one 👀

And if you’re travelling in? Make a weekend of it with pop-up performances happening across Cambridge too.

Save this post for your July plans and tell us below… which workshop are you booking first? 🎶

24/05/2026

Looking for something different to do with the kids this summer? 🎤✨

Swap screen time for sing-alongs at Cambridge Contemporary Choir Festival.

📍 Cambridge Corn Exchange
📅 Saturday 18th July
⏰ 10:00–11:00AM

Join Rachel Hill Music for a fun, upbeat family pop singing workshop designed for little ones and their grown-ups.

Expect:
🎶 feel-good songs
✨ lots of encouragement
🎤 zero pressure
💛 a confidence-boosting morning activity you can enjoy together

No singing experience needed — just come ready to have fun.

Perfect if you’re visiting Cambridge for the weekend, planning summer holiday activities, or simply looking for something a little different to do together.

Each ticket includes:
✔️ 1 adult
✔️ 1 child

Suitable for children aged 4+ and adults join in too.

And the best part? You can make a full day of it with free pop-up performances happening across Cambridge throughout the festival weekend.

Save this for the summer holidays ✨

19/05/2026

Your usual Friday night plans just got a serious upgrade 👀
Introducing The BIG BIG Collab — a brand new addition to Cambridge Contemporary Choir Festival and quite possibly the most fun you’ll have in Cambridge this summer.

📍 Cambridge Corn Exchange
📅 Friday 17th July
⏰ 7:30PM–10PM

Here’s how your night looks:
🎤 Carrie Rawlings gets the room warmed up
🎶 Live music from Lizzie Deane and her incredible band
✨ Learn a feel-good pop song (without any pressure)
💃 Then sing, dance and let loose bandeoke-style to huge tunes all night long
No awkward karaoke solos.
No choir experience needed.
Just a room full of people having a brilliant time.

Perfect for:
✨ friendship groups
✨ birthdays
✨ hen parties
✨ work socials
✨ anyone looking for something
different to do on a Friday night

Come for the music, stay for the fun!
Tag the friend who would absolutely be first on the dance floor 🎶

13/05/2026

Planning your Cambridge Contemporary Choir Festival weekend? This is your sign to save this post 👀

If you’ve been wondering what actually happens across the festival weekend - here’s your full itinerary for 17th–18th July at Cambridge Corn Exchange.

FRIDAY NIGHT 🎤
✨ The BIG BIG Collab
Your ultimate feel-good night out. Live band. Big singalongs. Zero pressure. Bring your friends and unleash your inner diva.

SATURDAY MORNING 🎶
Family Pop Workshop with Rachel Hill
A fun, inclusive workshop for little singers (and their grown ups too).

SATURDAY LATE MORNING 🙌
Gospel Workshop with Lizzie Deane
Soulful vocals, uplifting energy and a chance to be part of a scratch choir.

SATURDAY AFTERNOON 🎭
Musical Theatre Workshop with Carrie Rawlings + Julie Stark
Expect performances, Q&A moments and plenty of West End magic.

SATURDAY AFTERNOON 🎤
A Ca****la Workshop with Helen Lappert
Feel-good harmonies and serious energy.

SATURDAY EVENING ✨
The Showcase Concert hosted by David Grant and Carrie Grant

PLUS… free pop-up performances across Cambridge throughout the weekend 🎶

Whether you’re booking one event or making a full weekend of it - this carousel breaks everything down for you.

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Address

The Cambridge Corn Exchange
Cambridge
CB23QB

Telephone

+441223297361

Website

http://www.cambridgeccfest.com/

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