Working with composers
Epiphoni are champions of new music and living composers.
Professional-standard choir without the price-tag
Through our three CD recordings of living composers, together with our contemporary concert programming, commissions and ad hoc recording work, Epiphoni has established itself as a champion of living composers and a skilled recording choir of contemporary repertoire.
Our CD recordings have been hailed by critics as comparable to those of a professional ensemble.
A sample of reviews can be found below.
A choir which is amateur in the original sense of the word but whose performances are truly professional.
Cathedral Music, ‘When Love Speaks’ review
Our work
We have released three full-length CDs on the Delphian label, by David Bednall, Owain Park and Bernard Hughes.
In addition, we have produced several digital, self-released items: three sets of sampler recordings for Bernard Hughes, all available on Spotify, and likewise a Nunc Dimittis by Jamie Cumming-Wesley, which you can hear below.
We have workshopped new music by Noah Max including a piece we later performed and filmed: Yivarechecha.
Another regular collaborator is living legend Paul Ayres. Personal favourites are Five Senses and Stormy Weather.
Pricing
All our pricing is tailored to your specific requirements but as a guide, here are some services we offer and typical costs:
| Service | Description | Pricing |
| Read-through / workshop: | In a 2-3 hours evening session we’d aim to sing through and workshop 4-5 pieces (assuming a few minutes each). | £50 per 3-5 minute piece. (£200-250 for an evening) |
| Recording day | 2.5-hour sessions x 2 Output: EP of around 5-6 pieces | £2,000 |
| Full CD | Negotiable depending on dificulty and recording session duration | £3,000 to £6,000 |
| Filming and video editing | Examples to follow | £40 per minute of music |
| Score videos | Follow the score along with the music. Example. | £60/piece |
Other services
Tim Reader our director also works with composers, coaching them on marketing, developing their websites and leveraging digital platforms for promotion and engagement.
tim@epiphoni.org.uk
Reviews
The skillful semi-professional singers of Epiphoni give first-rate performances … bright, clean sound and robust, precise delivery
Clare Stevens, Choir & Organ
The Epiphoni Consort occupy a rung near the top of the choral ladder, and are well directed by Tim Reader. Balance, intonation, clarity are so strong here, one almost takes all that for granted.
The Arts Desk, Review of Precious Things
Many magical moments … Park’s skill in writing for voices is admirably demonstrated by the excellent Epiphoni Consort.
Choir & Organ