Celebrating the joy of song at Encounter Festival 2026 in Preston

“Some words they can’t be spoken, only sung”…Join Encounter Voices’ Loz Kaye, Heartbeat, Songbirds and Connect Community choirs for a song sharing celebrating singing itself – the power of lyrics to lift the spirits, andthe joy of finding your voice through music. The public sharing will take place in the splendid space of the rotunda of the newly refurbished Preston Harris Museum. The event is inspired by the work Lancashire’s choirs are doing to make singing more inclusive and boost health, well-being and social connection.

Venue – Harris Museum, Market Square, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 2PP

Date –Saturday19thSeptember

Time –2PM

You can find the museum’s accessibility information at: https://theharris.org.uk/accessibility/

To take part in the sharing you’ll need to take part in one or both of our “Sing!” preparation workshops, more information and booking here -

11-1 Saturday 5th September, Harris Museum, Preston: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1994313248612?aff=oddtdtcreator

11-1 Saturday 19th September, The Guildhall, Preston:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1994314786211?aff=oddtdtcreator

This sharing also forms part of “Lean on Me”, a season showcasing inclusive singing across Lancashire led by County of Song. You can read read more about County of Song here: https://artslancashire.org.uk/county-of-song/ , and stay up to date with the latest news on : https://countyofsong.substack.com/ .

Description supplied by the event organiser.