Open Session: Alex Groves and The Carice Singers

Experience a rare glimpse into the making of a major new choral work inspired by radical friendships, coastal landscapes and sculptural sound.

Composer Alex Groves joins Britten Pears Arts for a week-long residency to develop a new piece commissioned by The Carice Singers. Drawing inspiration from the creative bond between Sir Michael Tippett, Dame Barbara Hepworth and Priaulx Rainier, the work explores their shared love of bold ideas, movement, and the Cornish coast. Groves’ fascination with Hepworth’s sculptural forms has shaped his sonic imagination for years. Now, working closely with musicians and experts, he’s refining the score and testing ideas in real time.