VOCES8 live in Snape

Experience VOCES8 live on August 13th

VOCES8 is a British vocal ensemble renowned for its diverse repertoire and innovative approach to a cappella performance. Their style blends classical music – including Renaissance polyphony, choral works, and arrangements of popular songs – with jazz influences and contemporary compositions. The group frequently commissions new pieces and explores cross-genre collaborations, prioritizing both technical precision and expressive storytelling through vocal arrangements.

Snape Maltings is a concert hall and arts complex situated in the Suffolk countryside, England. Originally built in 1967, it was conceived by Benjamin Britten and Peter Pears as a home for music performance, particularly opera and chamber music. The building’s distinctive architecture utilizes timber framing sourced from local maltings – traditional buildings used for drying barley – reflecting the area’s agricultural heritage. It underwent significant renovations completed in 2021, enhancing its acoustics and facilities while maintaining its intimate atmosphere. The complex now hosts a wide range of musical events, exhibitions, and workshops throughout the year. Its location within a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty adds to its cultural significance as a destination for artistic experience rooted in the East Anglian landscape.