We’re really enjoying our trail camera. It's amazing to see just how much wildlife activity there is at 5am and to get a glimpse of the world waking up before sunrise. There are more wildlife photos to share with you all soon!

A unique opportunity for anyone who loves to sing to spend a summer evening in the glorious setting of Downside Abbey, performing a selection of beautiful choral works under John's direction. Friday 17th July: 7 - 9.30pm More details and booking information here: bit.ly/4vnEBTR

Warmer (and sometimes uncomfortable!) nights are on the way. If the heat is keeping you awake in the small hours, we've put together a relaxing sleep playlist to help you drift off. buff.ly/fPEGo9y

I was useless at sport. One of the nicest things about singing in a choir was that I could still contribute to a team effort, even though it wasn't on the football field. JR Good luck to the teams!

Look what has just arrived in the post! Cityscapes: this refreshed three-movement version of Partita for Orchestra (1976) brings together three contrasting city portraits into a single orchestral work.

John's latest blog: Nigel and the cultural shift We all want to achieve Nigel's goal of bringing the genius and transformative power of music to everyone who has ears to hear. Why is it such a struggle to get that message across? buff.ly/4YOPHGa

New colours everywhere you look! 'Everything grows, everything has a season'.

So far, we have sent A Ukrainian Prayer, to over 10,000 singers and choirs around the world! It is free of charge to anyone who would like a copy. Simply fill in this form and you will receive it in the next few days, by email: bit.ly/3RO7zxf

On this day in 1901, Sir William McKie was born. Take a moment to revisit his beautiful introit, written for the 1947 marriage of HRH Princess Elizabeth and Lieutenant Philip Mountbatten in Westminster Abbey — music that still reflects the dignity and joy of the occasion.

Coming up in July. A unique opportunity for all who love to sing to spend a summer’s evening in the glorious setting of Downside Abbey, performing a selection of beautiful choral works, under the direction of John. buff.ly/ti5JDwm

50 years ago… how can that be? On this day in 1976, ‘Gloria’ was published by Oxford University Press. 50 years later, the work continues to be performed and enjoyed by choirs and audiences around the world. If you’d like to listen, here’s a link: lnk.to/RutterGloria

Now we finally know who’s been digging up the lawn and nibbling at the plants! Mystery solved.

Here is the 'gentle and restrained' prayer-like second movement of Gloria. We are celebrating the whole work next week...

Egyptian geese passing by!

Join John and members of The Bach Choir for a unique opportunity to sing selected works from John’s cycle of spirituals 'Feel The Spirit' alongside a mixture of familiar favourites to bring some midsummer sunshine. buff.ly/9FdlM29

Are you looking for something new to sing? Here are some seasonal pieces featured in ChoirGuides—why not take a look? ChoirGuides is a choral learning aid designed to help singers learn new repertoire, whether you’re preparing for rehearsal or simply enjoying singing at home. www.choirguides.com

'I believe in green things; all the gifts of earth; Growing up from tiny seeds that spring has brought to birth.' buff.ly/4sK6yaY

Rehearsals are in full swing for tomorrow’s concert and Trinity Church Square is showing London at its best on such a glorious day.

Here's a playlist to celebrate hope and new beginnings. Happy Easter Sunday! lnk.to/EasterSunday

We hope you can find some quiet time to enjoy this gentle playlist of music for Good Friday. lnk.to/GoodFriday

A time to pause and reflect. Here is a short playlist of music for Maundy Thursday. lnk.to/MaundyThursday

Take a little time to enjoy our Palm Sunday playlist. Look out for more mini-playlists throughout Holy Week—each one thoughtfully chosen to help you pause and reflect. lnk.to/PalmSunday

There’s only a very limited number of tickets left for these two events—don’t miss out! buff.ly/zqnA4WL

'I believe in Springtime: fresh and new and bright...' lnk.to/MusicforSpring

Join John as he conducts the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra in a special celebratory concert marking his milestone birthday! bit.ly/4skDnaG

Celebrating everyone who has provided 'mothering' in our lives — nurture, care, guidance and encouragement. lnk.to/MotheringSunday

'A flower remembered' Composed for Harmony for Japan in memory of the victims of Fukushima - 15 years ago today.

It's never too early to start planning for Christmas 🌟 Booking for the RPO's most festive performance of the year, John Rutter’s Christmas Celebration, at the Royal Albert Hall on Friday 4 December 2026, is now open! 🎟️ buff.ly/9Afjbz7 📷 Gurnoor Singh

Spring is on the way! Anyone else seeing the first signs of colour in the garden?

Bird Songs, premiered at The Proms last year, is a playful and uplifting work built around bird-themed texts. Find the sheet music here: bit.ly/4qYO8xU and look out for the recording coming soon!

These swans are nothing but persistent. They are at the door again!

We’ve created a mini playlist for Ash Wednesday — a collection of reflective, prayerful music to guide you into the season of Lent. lnk.to/AshWednesday

"If there are people you love, for goodness' sake tell them. Don't keep it to yourself." JR bit.ly/4aHOfbX

We have updated the Appearance Diary for 2026, with more on the way! buff.ly/5UgABUZ

Just enjoying the simple beauty of the garden at this time of year.

John's latest Blog: Masterstroke. Can music really have healing powers? bit.ly/463VSXy

London Zoo (ZSL) celebrates its bicentenary this year! Here’s “London Zoo”, a track from 'In the Poet’s Garden' — our latest release, with words by JR recalling his childhood visits.

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 you’re studying one of these works, help is at hand! www.choirguides.com

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' buff.ly/egL7BSr

A squirrel on the trellis and Egyptian geese in the tree. Friends in high places!

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: bit.ly/RequestAUkra... Further information can be found here: buff.ly/kctNrsN

Who has been traipsing in the garden?

And just like that, it's Epiphany! lnk.to/MusicforEpiphany

"Here’s a playlist to bring you a few peaceful moments today. Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas" lnk.to/RelaxingSeasonal

Snowdrops and blossom already? This seems way too early!

Why not listen to our Advent playlist whilst you prepare for Christmas? We hope it brings a little warmth and joy to your season. lnk.to/MusicforAdvent

Exciting news! John is Composer of the Week on BBC Radio 3. Tune in every day this week at 4pm bit.ly/44GR9u9

For everyone celebrating Thanksgiving, we hope you have a great day! bit.ly/481cQY9

Not the sharpest of photos, but look who's staring through the office window!

These fables were published 40 years ago! Looking forward to revisiting Brother Heinrich's Christmas at the Cambridge Summer Music Christmas Concert next month. lnk.to/ThreeMusicalFables