Join us for the 2006 York Minster International Choral Festival, a period of magnificent music making in a setting of unparalleled natural beauty. The warm congeniality of Dr. William Carroll and Dr. Welborn Young, both of the University of North Carolina-Greensboro, along with Mr. Bob Chilcott, principal guest conductor of the BBC Singers and one of Britain’s foremost choral conductors and composers, will offer an unforgettable musical experience.
Join other select choruses in this spectacular four-day festival culminating in a performance in the beautiful and historic York Minster, in the heart of Yorkshire.
Your options range from bringing a performing choir of any size to signing up for individual participation. In York, you will make new musical and personal friends while benefiting from the inspiration that this festival uniquely provides. Take full advantage of the northern England experience: great music in a great setting, with memories to treasure for years to come.
In addition to making all your travel arrangements for the Festival, Music Celebrations International will be pleased to work with you on a complete tour itinerary in other exciting European destinations. Perform in the great churches and halls of England, Scotland, Wales, Ireland, or even cross the Channel to visit France, Belgium or The Netherlands. Wherever you go, the music professionals at MCI will precede you with attention to every detail. And if you simply wish to continue your tour without further concerts, that's fine too.
York is north England’s most compelling city, a place whose history is ‘the history of England’. Until the Industrial Revolution, York was second only to London in population and importance. It was founded by the Romans in AD 71 and was later captured by the Vikings in AD 866. Several of its medieval streets have the word ‘gate’ incorporated in their name - this was the Viking word for “street” and is just one example of their influence.
Yorkshire is an area of great scenic beauty, dramatic moorland, green valleys and picturesque villages. To the north lie the Yorkshire Dales and the North York Moors; eastward, a coastline with beaches and birdlife; and southward, a landscape of lush meadows. Festival participants will enjoy guided sightseeing tours that include highlights such as the Jorvik Viking Center, the ruins of St. Mary’s Abbey (founded in 1086), the Shambles, and either the Selby Abbey (founded by William the Conqueror in 1069) or the Harrogate Pump Room Museum.
