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Come and Sing! Poulenc — Gloria
Come and Sing! Poulenc — Gloria
Saturday 2nd May
Saturday 2nd May
All Saints Church, Odiham
All Saints Church, Odiham
Rehearsals 11am-5pm
Rehearsals 11am-5pm
Concert 6pm
Concert 6pm
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Francis Poulenc Gloria
Francis Poulenc Gloria
Tickets go on sale Friday 27 February 2026
Join us for an exhilarating day of music-making as we bring to life Francis Poulenc’s radiant and exuberant Gloria. From its bold opening fanfare to its moments of shimmering serenity, this 20th-century choral masterpiece bursts with energy, colour, and unmistakable French flair.
Join us for an exhilarating day of music-making as we bring to life Francis Poulenc’s radiant and exuberant Gloria. From its bold opening fanfare to its moments of shimmering serenity, this 20th-century choral masterpiece bursts with energy, colour, and unmistakable French flair.
Whether you’re a seasoned singer or want to give singing a go, this is a wonderful opportunity to explore Poulenc’s distinctive blend of sacred devotion and playful joy under the guidance of inspiring musical direction from conductor Mark Jordan. The day will culminate in a rousing performance — a celebration of community, creativity, and the sheer joy of singing together.
Whether you’re a seasoned singer or want to give singing a go, this is a wonderful opportunity to explore Poulenc’s distinctive blend of sacred devotion and playful joy under the guidance of inspiring musical direction from conductor Mark Jordan. The day will culminate in a rousing performance — a celebration of community, creativity, and the sheer joy of singing together.
Mark Jordan
Mark Jordan
MARK JORDAN is the Musical Director of Oxford Pro Musica Singers, Musical Director of Milton Keynes Chorale, Musical Director of the John Lewis Partnership Music Society (which includes a chamber choir: the Cavendish Singers, a chorus: Voices in Partnership, and an orchestra: the Cavendish Ensemble). He is also a guest conductor of the award-winning choir Canzonetta and North Cotswold Chamber Choir.
MARK JORDAN is the Musical Director of Oxford Pro Musica Singers, Musical Director of Milton Keynes Chorale, Musical Director of the John Lewis Partnership Music Society (which includes a chamber choir: the Cavendish Singers, a chorus: Voices in Partnership, and an orchestra: the Cavendish Ensemble). He is also a guest conductor of the award-winning choir Canzonetta and North Cotswold Chamber Choir.
Equally adept with Byrd motets and large-scale choral–orchestral works, Mark demonstrates expertise across a broad repertoire. Recognised as ‘inspirational’, ‘dynamic’, and ‘a joy to work with’, he has served as chorus master for Karl Jenkins’ Birthday Concert Tour and is an artistic director at Chester Choral Week, the UK's largest single-week choral course. He maintains an active freelance conducting schedule throughout the UK.
Equally adept with Byrd motets and large-scale choral–orchestral works, Mark demonstrates expertise across a broad repertoire. Recognised as ‘inspirational’, ‘dynamic’, and ‘a joy to work with’, he has served as chorus master for Karl Jenkins’ Birthday Concert Tour and is an artistic director at Chester Choral Week, the UK's largest single-week choral course. He maintains an active freelance conducting schedule throughout the UK.
Alongside his distinguished conducting career, Mark is committed to developing future choral conductors and is a respected tutor at all levels for both Sing for Pleasure and the Association of British Choral Directors.
Alongside his distinguished conducting career, Mark is committed to developing future choral conductors and is a respected tutor at all levels for both Sing for Pleasure and the Association of British Choral Directors.
When he has time, he still enjoys work as a choral accompanist and organist, and has held positions with many choirs over the years. He is also a highly-experienced choral singer having worked with several award-winning amateur and semi-professional choirs including Choros Amici, Encoro, Chantage, and Singscape.
When he has time, he still enjoys work as a choral accompanist and organist, and has held positions with many choirs over the years. He is also a highly-experienced choral singer having worked with several award-winning amateur and semi-professional choirs including Choros Amici, Encoro, Chantage, and Singscape.
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