Music

Worship

Music has been an important part of life at Norwich Cathedral for more than 900 years, with a tradition of choral worship that stretches back almost unbroken to 1096.

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The highest standard of music for worship

The Cathedral Choir and organists aim to provide the highest standard of music for daily worship and on most days in term time the wonderfully sublime sound of the Cathedral Choir can be heard echoing throughout the Cathedral during Evensong. All are very welcome to attend this very special service.

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A new chapter for our music

In autumn 2023 we announced an exciting new chapter for our wonderful Cathedral Choir and the future of choral music at Norwich Cathedral.

This new chapter has increased the range of opportunities available to boys and girls alike from the ages of six to 18, ensuring that the finest young voices can contribute to the Cathedral’s rich musical life.

The Music Department

The Music Department, led by the Cathedral’s Canon Precentor, the Revd Canon Aidan Platten, includes:

Ashley Grote, Organist and Master of Music

Graham Thorpe, Assistant Master of Music and Sub-Organist

Christopher Too, Assistant Organist

Helen Morsia, Liturgy and Music Administrator

Jo Dembicki, Choir Administrator

Norwich Cathedral Choir

Norwich Cathedral Senior Girls' Choir

Norwich Cathedral Senior Boys' Choir

Norwich Cathedral Children’s Choir

Norwich Cathedral Chamber Choir

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Joining a choir at Norwich Cathedral

As part of our commitment to education, we offer the opportunity for boys and girls to sing in the Cathedral Choirs, as well as choral scholarships for gap-year and post-graduate musicians. Experienced amateur singers are also welcome to join our Chamber Choir.

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Our Organ

An organ has been one of the musical centrepieces of the Cathedral’s worship for centuries and today's organ is one of the biggest in the country. It has recently undergone an extensive rebuild to ensure people can continue to enjoy its mighty sound long into the future.

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Concerts and recitals

The Cathedral’s musicians perform at many different concerts and recitals throughout the year, ranging from the Cathedral’s big Christmas concerts to the ever-popular free organ recital series.

Visit the What's On section to find out more about forthcoming music events.

What's On

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Support our music

Play a part in the wonderful musical life of Norwich Cathedral by joining The Statham Society.

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An inspiring space for a concert

If you are interested in hiring the Cathedral as a location for a concert, please get in touch via the button below.