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Composer and conductor. Posts by the team unless signed JR.
Egyptian geese passing by!
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Join John and members of The Bach Choir for a unique opportunity to sing selected works from Johnās cycle of spirituals 'Feel The Spirit' alongside a mixture of familiar favourites to bring some midsummer sunshine.
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14 days ago
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Are you looking for something new to sing? Here are some seasonal pieces featured in ChoirGuidesāwhy not take a look? ChoirGuides is a choral learning aid designed to help singers learn new repertoire, whether youāre preparing for rehearsal or simply enjoying singing at home.
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17 days ago
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'I believe in green things; all the gifts of earth; Growing up from tiny seeds that spring has brought to birth.'
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21 days ago
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Rehearsals are in full swing for tomorrowās concert and Trinity Church Square is showing London at its best on such a glorious day.
24 days ago
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Here's a playlist to celebrate hope and new beginnings. Happy Easter Sunday!
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28 days ago
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We hope you can find some quiet time to enjoy this gentle playlist of music for Good Friday.
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30 days ago
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A time to pause and reflect. Here is a short playlist of music for Maundy Thursday.
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about 1 month ago
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Take a little time to enjoy our Palm Sunday playlist. Look out for more mini-playlists throughout Holy Weekāeach one thoughtfully chosen to help you pause and reflect.
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about 1 month ago
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Thereās only a very limited number of tickets left for these two eventsādonāt miss out!
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about 1 month ago
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'I believe in Springtime: fresh and new and bright...'
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about 1 month ago
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Join John as he conducts the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra in a special celebratory concert marking his milestone birthday!
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about 2 months ago
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Celebrating everyone who has provided 'mothering' in our lives ā nurture, care, guidance and encouragement.
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about 2 months ago
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'A flower remembered' Composed for Harmony for Japan in memory of the victims of Fukushima - 15 years ago today.
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A flower remembered - John Rutter, Cambridge Singers, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
'A flower remembered' From the album āThe Gift of Lifeā A celebration of the living earth, of creation, and of life itself Composer John Rutter Conductor John Rutter Choir The Cambridgeā¦
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about 2 months ago
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It's never too early to start planning for Christmas š Booking for the RPO's most festive performance of the year, John Rutterās Christmas Celebration, at the Royal Albert Hall on Friday 4 December 2026, is now open! šļø
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about 2 months ago
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Spring is on the way! Anyone else seeing the first signs of colour in the garden?
about 2 months ago
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Bird Songs, premiered at The Proms last year, is a playful and uplifting work built around bird-themed texts. Find the sheet music here:
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and look out for the recording coming soon!
2 months ago
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These swans are nothing but persistent. They are at the door again!
2 months ago
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Weāve created a mini playlist for Ash Wednesday ā a collection of reflective, prayerful music to guide you into the season of Lent.
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2 months ago
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"If there are people you love, for goodness' sake tell them. Don't keep it to yourself." JR
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3 months ago
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We have updated the Appearance Diary for 2026, with more on the way!
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3 months ago
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Just enjoying the simple beauty of the garden at this time of year.
3 months ago
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John's latest Blog: Masterstroke. Can music really have healing powers?
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3 months ago
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London Zoo (ZSL) celebrates its bicentenary this year! Hereās āLondon Zooā, a track from 'In the Poetās Garden' ā our latest release, with words by JR recalling his childhood visits.
3 months ago
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New choir term? New pieces to learn? Or do you simply love singing for fun? ChoirGuides is a choral learning aid designed to support singers as they get to know new repertoire. If youāre studying one of these works, help is at hand!
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3 months ago
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Celebrating a publishing anniversary: 30 years of Psalmfest! This nine-movement work, using texts from the Psalms, is rich, varied, and full of emotion. Here is 'The Lord is my Shepherd'
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3 months ago
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A squirrel on the trellis and Egyptian geese in the tree. Friends in high places!
4 months ago
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So far, we have sent A Ukrainian Prayer, to over 9500 singers and choirs around the world! It is free of charge to anyone who would like a copy. Fll in this form and you will receive it in the next few days, by email:
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Request score for A Ukrainian Prayer
The score for John Rutter's 'A Ukrainian Prayer' is available for free by submitting this form. You are welcome to duplicate the score for the sole use of your own choir. You may like to make aā¦
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4 months ago
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Who has been traipsing in the garden?
4 months ago
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And just like that, it's Epiphany!
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4 months ago
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"Hereās a playlist to bring you a few peaceful moments today. Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas"
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4 months ago
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Snowdrops and blossom already? This seems way too early!
4 months ago
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Why not listen to our Advent playlist whilst you prepare for Christmas? We hope it brings a little warmth and joy to your season.
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5 months ago
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Exciting news! John is Composer of the Week on BBC Radio 3. Tune in every day this week at 4pm
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BBC Radio 3 - Composer of the Week, John Rutter (born 1945), London Town
John Rutter shares memories of his musical childhood.
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5 months ago
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For everyone celebrating Thanksgiving, we hope you have a great day!
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5 months ago
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Not the sharpest of photos, but look who's staring through the office window!
5 months ago
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These fables were published 40 years ago! Looking forward to revisiting Brother Heinrich's Christmas at the Cambridge Summer Music Christmas Concert next month.
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5 months ago
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Released 10 years ago ā a reflective anthem thatās ethereal, melancholy, and life-affirming all at once. Why not give it a listen.
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The Quest - John Rutter, Cambridge Singers, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
'The Quest' From the album āThe Gift of Lifeā A celebration of the living earth, of creation, and of life itself Composer John Rutter Conductor John Rutter Choir The Cambridge Singers Orchestraā¦
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6 months ago
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Hang on, Nottingham... Take a minute to read John's blog about the proposed closure of Nottingham University's music course.
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6 months ago
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Itās hard to believe that the JR Carols collection was published 20 years ago! How quickly the time has passed ā it feels as though it were only yesterday.
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6 months ago
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Choral singers ā getting ready for your Christmas concerts? Visit
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to see if thereās a learning guide available to help you prepare!
6 months ago
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"And give you peace."
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6 months ago
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Cambridge has been a city of choirs for centuries, but this Festival of Choirs is an historic first. Definitely not to be missed - you'll want to tell your grandchildren you were there. JR
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6 months ago
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Hereās a selection of sheet music from 'In the Poetās Garden', all published by Oxford University Press. Fancy a listen?
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6 months ago
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It's going to be a busy December! Limited tickets available -
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6 months ago
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John Rutter
Oxford Academic
6 months ago
Would
@johnrutter.bsky.social
ever write a musical? šµ Watch John's recent interview with BBC Breakfast to find out! Tell us in the comments if you think John should write a musical š
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Release Day! We are thrilled to announce that 'In the Poetās Garden' is out now. Stream/download/buy here:
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We hope you enjoy listening to it!
7 months ago
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Thank you @spotify for including this track in the New Classical playlist. Have a listen here:
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7 months ago
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'A sombre moment in my choral celebration of London - words by Sir Walter Raleigh written the night before his execution in the Tower of London . . .' JR Listen to the track now, ahead of album release day (10 October):
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7 months ago
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John's latest Blog: In the Poet's Garden. 'I was more than happy to join the long list of composers who have set Shakespeare to music. Thank you, Will, for being such a rich and continuing source of inspiration to us all.' JR Read more:
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7 months ago
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