Country Choral

Exceptional weekend workshops in the Yorkshire Dales

Country Choral was established in 2025 by Anne Lowe to create supportive, high-quality residential choral workshops set against the stunning backdrop of the Yorkshire Dales. All workshops are held at High Trenhouse, an exclusive-use conference and retreat centre set in beautiful, secluded grounds in the stunning Yorkshire Dales National Park, on the moor above Malham.

8–10 May 2026

Upper Voices Weekend

Focused repertoire and technique for upper voices in a supportive setting.

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10–12 Jul 2026

Early Music Weekend

Renaissance and early Baroque gems with historically informed guidance.

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11–13 Sep 2026

Mixed Programme Weekend

A varied programme across periods, culminating in a relaxed sing-through.

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What participants say

“Really enjoyed the weekend! …”

“Superb!”

“Rory is an excellent tutor”

“An excellent base …”

“Thoroughly enjoyable”

“Innovative and informative”

Venue

All workshops will be held at High Trenhouse, a unique residential venue in the Yorkshire Dales National Park offering comfortable rooms, excellent food, and warm hospitality.

About High Trenhouse
High Trenhouse venue

From the reviews

An Elizabethan Songbook - Country Choral Early Music Weekend

Kirsten Flores, Chair NWEMF — 8 Jun 2025

When I first found out about Country Choral’s plans to hold a singing weekend in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, my interest was piqued. I’d never been on a singing week before, mostly because I couldn’t justify the time or the expense, but the prospect of a …

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