The Cathedral Grammar School is proud to host Sing Out!, a free choral workshop bringing together Years 5–7 students and Music teachers from schools across Christchurch for an inspiring afternoon of singing, learning and connection on Thursday 10 September.
Hosted at The Cathedral Grammar School and led by an exceptional team of choral and vocal educators, Sing Out! will give young singers the opportunity to learn from Chris Bruerton, former member of the Grammy Award-winning vocal ensemble The King’s Singers; Julian Hay, Director of Voices Co. and one of New Zealand’s leading contemporary vocal and a cappella specialists; and our own Nicola Holt, accomplished soprano, choral conductor and Director of Music at The Cathedral Grammar School.
Throughout the workshop, students will participate in engaging warm-ups, rehearsals and expert vocal coaching, developing their vocal technique, musicianship, confidence and ensemble singing skills. They will sing alongside students from schools across Christchurch, learning and rehearsing together before coming together as one combined choir for a special Showcase Concert for families.
For Cathedral Grammar, Sing Out! is about more than an afternoon of music-making. We are proud to create an opportunity that brings young singers and music educators from across our city together to share expertise, build connections and celebrate the joy of choral music.
Meet the Workshop Leaders
Chris Bruerton is an internationally recognised performer and choral educator and a former member of the Grammy Award-winning vocal ensemble The King’s Singers. Chris is visiting New Zealand for a short time before returning to the United Kingdom and is passionate about inspiring the next generation of young musicians.
Julian Hay, Director of Voices Co., is one of New Zealand’s leading contemporary vocal and a cappella specialists. An award-winning arranger, vocal coach and musical director, Julian has led Voices Co. to national and Australasian success, including winning TVNZ’s The Naked Choir and the Australasian Contemporary A Cappella Championship.
Nicola Holt, Director of Music at The Cathedral Grammar School, is an accomplished soprano, choral conductor and music educator. A member of Voices New Zealand, Nicola has performed internationally and throughout New Zealand as both a soloist and ensemble singer and is passionate about creating inspiring musical opportunities for young people.
At the conclusion of the student workshop, parents and students will enjoy afternoon tea together from 4.00pm–4.30pm. This will be followed by our Showcase Concert from 4.30pm–5.00pm, where the combined choir will perform for family and friends and share what they have learned together throughout the afternoon.
Workshop Details
Thursday 10 September 2026
Student Workshop: 1.30pm–4.00pm
Parents & Students Afternoon Tea: 4.00pm–4.30pm
Showcase Concert: 4.30pm–5.00pm
Venue: The Cathedral Grammar School
Years: 5–7
Cost: FREE
Interested in Taking Part in Future Workshops?
Schools are invited to register their interest in participating in future Choir workshops by emailing Nicky Oram on oramn@cathedralgrammar.school.nz
We are incredibly proud to bring Sing Out! to The Cathedral Grammar School and to welcome young singers and music educators from across Christchurch to our School for what promises to be a wonderful afternoon celebrating music, learning and connection.