VOCES8 International Summer Festival
Monday 27th July – Saturday 1st August 2026 • Milton Abbey, Dorset
A week of exceptional music-making in the heart of Dorset, bringing together leading vocal ensembles, emerging artists, and festival participants. From intimate choral performances to jazz and a celebratory gala, the programme showcases the breadth and brilliance of the vocal world.
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Monday 27 July • 7:30pm
VOCES8 & Ringmasters
VOCES8 & Ringmasters launch their brand new album 'Shall We Gather'.
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Tuesday 28 July • 7pm
VOCES8
Host ensemble, VOCES8 performs its signature concert at Milton Abbey Church.
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Wednesday 29 July • 7pm
APOLLO5
APOLLO5 performs the midweek concert at Milton Abbey Church.
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Thursday 30 July • 2:30pm
Chamber Groups Performance
The participants of the VOCES8 Summer School share the performances they have rehearsed in their Chamber Group settings.
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Thursday 30 July • 5pm
Festival Evensong
VOCES8, the VOCES8 Scholars and the Summer School participants sing Evensong in Milton Abbey Church.
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Thursday 30 July • 7pm
Jazz Evening
Andy Dickens and his band return to Milton Abbey for a vibrant night of jazz and dancing.
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Friday 31 July • 2:30pm
Young Musicians' Performance
A final showcase from the VOCES8 Summer School Young Musicians, celebrating a week of music-making and this year’s theme.
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Friday 31 July • 7pm
VOCES8 & VOCES8 Scholars
VOCES8 and the VOCES8 Scholars present 'Legacy of a Genius', an evening exploring motets by J.S. Bach and composers he inspired.
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Saturday 1 August • 4pm
Gala Concert
Festival Gala Concert featuring the world premiere of 'Rose Ever Blooming' and Schubert’s 'Mass in G'.
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