Singing

Singing Syllabus 2027

VOCAL CLASSES FOR EVERYONE

Our ever expanding singing section of the Worthing Music & Arts Festival attracts performers of all ages and musical backgrounds. Our 2027 syllabus offers a wide range of opportunities for singers to shine, whether exploring classical repertoire, musical theatre, contemporary styles, or favourite songs from film and television.

We offer solo, duet, trio and small and large ensemble classes, giving performers the chance to develop confidence, musicianship, and expressive storytelling in a supportive festival environment.

New for 2027, we are delighted to introduce inclusive, non‑competitive singing classes. These are designed for performers who would like to share their love of singing without the pressures of competition. These classes celebrate participation, creativity, and personal achievement, with constructive feedback provided but no placings awarded.

For those wishing to take on a greater challenge, the Singer of the Year competitions continue to be a highlight of the Festival. Entrants qualify through selected solo classes before presenting a short recital to our adjudicator. Full details of qualification routes and performance requirements can be found in the syllabus.

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2027 Singing Adjudicator

BRYAN HUSBAND

Bryan studied singing and piano accompaniment at the Royal College of Music, London, and singing and acting at the Welsh College of Music and Drama in Cardiff. Having performed for some years in continental and UK opera houses, concert halls, and Musicals, he now divides his time between homes in St Albans and Malvern Wells (Worcestershire, near Wales).

After spending some years as Head of Singing at Guildford School of Acting, Bryan lectured on the MT BA at Trinity Laban, London for 18 years, was an examiner in Classical, MT and Rock & Pop for 14 years, and now runs a private teaching practice, gives workshops and masterclasses, performs, adjudicates, and has also worked as a ski instructor! Performances include tv and radio broadcasts, opera, oratorio and recital.

In 2005, Bryan was selected as a BIFF (British and International Federation of Festivals) Adjudicator in vocal and choral music, later as a Generalist.

Adjudication has taken him all over the world, including Hong Kong, Gibraltar, and Trinidad & Tobago, and all around the UK and Ireland. In 2026 Bryan adjudicated all around the UK, from Cornwall to Yorkshire.

Examining has taken him to Hong Kong several times, India many times, South Africa, Malaysia, Thailand, New Zealand – to name but a few countries – and around the UK. Recent performances include recitals, operas concerts and oratorio in Bergen, London, Worcester and Malvern.

His hobbies include all theatre, gardening, skiing and walking. Bryan is delighted to be at the Festival in Worthing again.

EMMANUEL CHURCH & CENTRE

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