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Hesperos is an ambitious, London-based chamber choir, jointly directed by Chris Breeze and Charlie Warren, with Daisy Syme-Taylor as artistic director.
Founded in 2018 by Daisy, Charlie, and Elizabeth Leather, Hesperos the ensemble grew out of a group of university choral scholars who first sang together in the context of Evensong. Named for the evening star, Hesperos reflects that shared musical backround, with a focus on clarity of sound, text, and story-telling.
The choir was based for six years at St Francis of Assisi, Notting Hill, and is now resident at St John the Baptist, Holland Road. Alongside regular London concerts, Hesperos has sung services in cathedrals across the UK and undertaken short tours, and has collaborated with composers and performers on new work.
The repertoire spans early and contemporary music, combining established works with lesser-performed pieces and new commissions. At its core is a commitment to precise, expressive ensemble singing, while remaining a collaborative community of musicians and singers.