Biographie

The VOCES8 Scholars Ensemble is a vocal group made up of young professional singers who have previously been part of the annual VOCES8 Scholars programme at the VOCES8 Foundation. The Foundation is dedicated to inspiring and
empowering individuals through the transformative power of music. By fostering artistic excellence, delivering world-class performances, and creating innovative educational initiatives, it aims to enrich lives, build communities, and nurture the next generation of musical talent.

The Ensemble’s work in 2024-2025 included performances across the UK including London’s Kings Place, Lancaster Priory, the Royal Naval College Greenwich, ‘Shakespeare in Music’ in Stratford on Avon, ‘Gregorian Treasures’ in London and Cambridge with the Dutch ensemble Wishful Singing and ‘Fruit of Silence’ with McNicol Ballet Collective at the Royal Academy of Music, London. They also gave concerts in France, Belgium, Spain and Portugal.

In the 2025-2026 season they will sing at events and give concerts in the UK, in Spain, Italy, France, Bulgaria, Sweden and Colombia. Their debut album will be released for VOCES8 Records, called ‘Songs of Doubt and Wonderment’ featuring
the music of Mårten Jansson with the Stockholm Saxophone Quartet, conducted by Ragnar Bohlin. The Ensemble also takes part in concerts and recordings alongside VOCES8 and as part of the larger VOCES8 Foundation Choir.