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Type Events and festivals
Location
Date and Times Friday 28 June 2024 | 7.30pm
Prices Adult £18, Child £8, Concession £15 (students/under 25s/seniors/disabled visitors), Adult Members: £15, Child Members: £6

Make the most of the long summer nights and head to the Great Hall in the Queen's House for a soirée of musical delights, performed by Hithertones Vocal Ensemble

Back by popular demand, this south-east London choir is known for its rich vocal harmonies and blend of voices.

This concert brings together an eclectic mix of musical styles, including classical, folk and contemporary, and features pieces by local composers.

A choir sing in the Great Hall of the Queen's House lit in green and red lighting
Image: Charlotte Brennan – Hithertones

Event information

The concert will take place in the Great Hall, located on the first floor of the Queen's House. Step-free access is available via lift and access ramps.

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Banner image: courtesy of Charlotte Brennan / Hithertones