On joining one of our holidays you become part of unique Hidden Gems Choir, singing every day in a relaxed, friendly environment.
You will be trained by our inspiring vocal coaches, Jeremy Avis and Rebecca Askew, who have both performed worldwide. Their approach is inclusive and fun and between them they have many years of experience of creating memorable musical occasions for all ages and abilities.
Both are qualified singing teachers with years of experience and genuine knowledge of the anatomy and function of the voice, so your own singing skills will improve with the help of their thoughtfully planned sessions.
You will also have a wonderful location at your feet to explore; Hidden Gems trips to date have taken place in Rome, Bath, Bristol and Lewes.
You will soon find your self singing in some of the delightful corners of each place, while enjoying the history and stories shared by our professional tour guides.
You will learn an exciting and varied mix of songs, hand-picked and arranged especially by Rebecca and Jeremy to be fun yet challenging and to suit a variety of tastes. The repertoire to date has included songs by Talking Heads, Flanders and Swann, Tower of Power and contemporary composer, Orlando Gough, as well as original compositions by our two talented tutors.
All music is taught by ear, so you don't have to be able to read music or have any previous experience.
photo by John-Paul Bland
You will have an amazing time - meeting new people, singing new songs, improving your technique and seeing new places. Our wonderful tour co-ordinator Deborah Blowers, will be on hand to help.
A taster of a classic Hidden Gems experience; our 2019 choir singing a specially composed piece about the Pantheon in Rome on location.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
"Very special trip and will remain a special memory for me”
SURBITON Information
BRUSSELS Information
Who we are