Art of A Cappella - Finale Concert

CHAPEL, SHORE SCHOOL

The Art of A Cappella celebrates the unique sound of the young tenor and bass voice. 

Hosted by the Sydney Children's Choir's own Young Men’s Choir, directed by Sam Allchurch, this concert marks the end of a weekend-long festival bringing together guest artist, Timothy Wayne-Wright (King’s Singers), exciting new quartet False Relations and a specially formed choir of tenors and basses from across Sydney and further afield.

Come along and be part of this fascinating journey through the world of a cappella ensemble singing!

About International Guest Artist Timothy Wayne-Wright
Tim’s musical journey started at the age of six when he became a boy chorister at Chelmsford Cathedral in UK. After a short while singing the daily services and being surrounded by such magnificent sacred and secular music, he was hooked! As a countertenor, Tim began studying for his music degree at Goldsmith’s College, University of London in 2001, after which he was fortunate enough to be offered a Vocal Scholarship to study for a Postgraduate Diploma at Trinity College of Music. During this time, Tim became a Choral Scholar at The Royal Naval College Chapel in Greenwich, alongside regular work with many of the UK’s finest choral ensembles, including Stile Antico and Ex Cathedra Consort. 

In 2006, he successfully auditioned for the prestigious position of Alto Lay Clerk at St. George’s Chapel, Windsor Castle. After just two years here, Tim was invited to audition for The King’s Singers and was part of this wonderful ensemble for ten happy years. Highlights included many tours to the Asia-Pacific territories and also South America, with memorable performances in some of the world’s greatest venues - Royal Albert Hall, The Musikverein and the Sydney Opera House, to name but a few. He was also fortunate enough to teach over 500 masterclasses, workshops and summer schools as a member of The King’s Singers, imparting ensemble skills and techniques to choirs all over the world. In March 2021, Tim emigrated to New Zealand with his Kiwi wife and two children. He is absolutely thrilled to be here and delighted to be coaching so many wonderful choirs across the country.