CSO Chorus  2026 – The Dream of Gerontius
Christchurch Symphony Orchestra warmly invite you to apply for this year's exciting event, a performance of The Dream of Gerontius on Saturday 31 October 2026, Christchurch Town Hall, with Chorus Directors Catrin Johnsson and Rachel Fuller, Chief Conductor Benjamin Northey,  soloists - Helen Sherman, Jarod Holt and David Greco.

Please be aware of the requirement to attend all rehearsals to be a part of this wonderful collective experience.

Please complete the below form to apply.

We look forward to creating a wonderful and memorable performance together. Please encourage your singing friends to join us – especially if they are a tenor or bass. If you have not sung with us before, please submit a recording to office@cso.co.nz
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Applications close 10 August 2026
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I confirm I would like to sing in the CSO Chorus for The Dream of Gerontius and I am able to commit to the following compulsory rehearsals and the final performance date:

CSO Chorus Only Rehearsals
Ron Ball Studio, CSO Centre
Sunday 6 September, 3.00pmm – 6.00pm 
Sunday 13 September 3.00pm – 6.00pm
Sunday 20 September 3.00pm – 6.00pm
Sunday 27 September 3.00pm - 6.00pm
Sunday 4 October 3.00pm - 6.00pm
Sunday 11 October 3.00pm - 6.00pm
Monday 26 October, 7.00pm – 9.30pm with CSO Chief Conductor Benjamin Northey 

Chorus Rehearsals with Orchestra -  Christs College Auditorium
Thursday 29 October 7.00pm - 9.30pm
Friday 30 October 7.00pm - 9.30pm
Douglas Lilburn Auditorium, Christchurch Town Hall 
Saturday 31 October 10.00am – 12.30pm

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Douglas Lilburn Auditorium, Christchurch Town Hall 
Saturday 31 October 7.30pm 
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