John Rutter

We have updated the Appearance Diary for 2026, with more on the way!
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Just enjoying the simple beauty of the garden at this time of year.

John's latest Blog: Masterstroke.
Can music really have healing powers?
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London Zoo (ZSL) celebrates its bicentenary this year!
Here’s “London Zoo”, a track from 'In the Poet’s Garden' — our latest release, with words by JR recalling his childhood visits.

New choir term? New pieces to learn? Or do you simply love singing for fun?
ChoirGuides is a choral learning aid designed to support singers as they get to know new repertoire. If you’re studying one of these works, help is at hand! www.choirguides.com

Celebrating a publishing anniversary: 30 years of Psalmfest!

This nine-movement work, using texts from the Psalms, is rich, varied, and full of emotion.
Here is 'The Lord is my Shepherd' buff.ly/egL7BSr

A squirrel on the trellis and Egyptian geese in the tree.
Friends in high places!

Request score for A Ukrainian Prayer The score for John Rutter's 'A Ukrainian Prayer' is available for free by submitting this form. You are welcome to duplicate the score for the sole use of your own choir. You may like to make a…

So far, we have sent A Ukrainian Prayer, to over 9500 singers and choirs around the world! It is free of charge to anyone who would like a copy. Fll in this form and you will receive it in the next few days, by email: bit.ly/RequestAUkra...
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Who has been traipsing in the garden?

And just like that, it's Epiphany!
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"Here’s a playlist to bring you a few peaceful moments today.

Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas"
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Snowdrops and blossom already?
This seems way too early!

Why not listen to our Advent playlist whilst you prepare for Christmas?
We hope it brings a little warmth and joy to your season. lnk.to/MusicforAdvent

BBC Radio 3 - Composer of the Week, John Rutter (born 1945), London Town John Rutter shares memories of his musical childhood.

Exciting news!
John is Composer of the Week on BBC Radio 3.
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For everyone celebrating Thanksgiving, we hope you have a great day!
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Not the sharpest of photos, but look who's staring through the office window!

These fables were published 40 years ago!
Looking forward to revisiting Brother Heinrich's Christmas at the Cambridge Summer Music Christmas Concert next month.
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The Quest - John Rutter, Cambridge Singers, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra 'The Quest' From the album ‘The Gift of Life’ A celebration of the living earth, of creation, and of life itself Composer John Rutter Conductor John Rutter Choir The Cambridge Singers Orchestra…

Released 10 years ago — a reflective anthem that’s ethereal, melancholy, and life-affirming all at once. Why not give it a listen.

Hang on, Nottingham...
Take a minute to read John's blog about the proposed closure of Nottingham University's music course.
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It’s hard to believe that the JR Carols collection was published 20 years ago!
How quickly the time has passed — it feels as though it were only yesterday.
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Choral singers — getting ready for your Christmas concerts?
Visit www.choirguides.com to see if there’s a learning guide available to help you prepare!

"And give you peace."
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Cambridge has been a city of choirs for centuries, but this Festival of Choirs is an historic first. Definitely not to be missed - you'll want to tell your grandchildren you were there. JR
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Here’s a selection of sheet music from 'In the Poet’s Garden', all published by Oxford University Press.
Fancy a listen? bit.ly/43bCdDB

It's going to be a busy December!
Limited tickets available - bit.ly/4ox2sNc

Would @johnrutter.bsky.social ever write a musical? 🎵

Watch John's recent interview with BBC Breakfast to find out!

Tell us in the comments if you think John should write a musical 👀

Release Day!
We are thrilled to announce that 'In the Poet’s Garden' is out now.
Stream/download/buy here: bit.ly/43bCdDB
We hope you enjoy listening to it!

Thank you @spotify for including this track in the New Classical playlist. Have a listen here: bit.ly/46NYZlW

'A sombre moment in my choral celebration of London - words by Sir Walter Raleigh written the night before his execution in the Tower of London . . .' JR

Listen to the track now, ahead of album release day (10 October): buff.ly/Ifezcdx

John's latest Blog: In the Poet's Garden.

'I was more than happy to join the long list of composers who have set Shakespeare to music. Thank you, Will, for being such a rich and continuing source of inspiration to us all.' JR
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