Schola is proud of its links to our patrons, who have agreed to be publicly associated with the choir and its activities.
Patrons of Schola CantorumJohn Mark Ainsley OBE
Renowned tenor soloist and former member of the choir Dame Liz Forgan DBE Former member of the choir, and Chair of Arts Council England László Heltay (1930-2019) Founder of the choir Dame Emma Kirkby DBE Renowned soprano soloist and former member of the choir Stephen Maddock OBE Chief Executive of the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra and former member of the choir Andrew Parrott Renowned Conductor of the Taverner Consort and Players. Former conductor of the choir Christine Rice Renowned mezzo soprano and former member of the choir Roderick Williams OBE Renowned baritone soloist and composer, whose works the choir often perform |
"Schola Cantorum was a vital part of my life at Oxford; it was thrilling to sing such a huge range of music with students from across the faculties, to take part in recordings and festivals across the UK, and even to sing abroad. Many of my friends from the choir have remained so for life and now, wherever I perform, I still look for that same spark of musical companionship." |