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Royal Philharmonic Orchestra @royalphilorchestra.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Wishing a very happy birthday to our Artist Laureate and Honorary Life Member, @johnrutter.bsky.social 🎶 We'll be back with John in the concert hall at his legendary Christmas Celebration at the Royal Albert Hall on Friday 4 December ✨ 📷 Duncan Wood

John Rutter and the Orchestra standing for applause at St Paul's Cathedral

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John Rutter @johnrutter.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

COMING SOON! A brand-new Christmas release with The Cambridge Singers and the @royalphilorchestra.bsky.social. johnrutter.com/news-feature...

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John Rutter @johnrutter.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

So THAT explains why there’s not a single windfall from the apple tree! #HungryBadger #Wildlife #GardenVisitors #AppleTree

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John Rutter @johnrutter.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

'Deep peace of the quiet earth to you.' bit.ly/4zDFaeU

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John Rutter @johnrutter.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

What a wonderful weekend at the Charles Wood Festival of Music and Summer School Armagh. A highlight was the unveiling of a beautiful new bust of Charles Wood, sculpted by Naomi Sander of Studio Sander and Sander — a lasting tribute marking 100 years since the composer’s death

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John Rutter @johnrutter.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

'Everybody tells me who has sung in a choir that they feel better for doing it.' JR For information about upcoming Singing Days and events, visit buff.ly/tYcFqxd

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John Rutter @johnrutter.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

35 years ago, Magnificat was published. How can that be? Time has certainly flown! If you'd like to revisit it—or hear it for the first time—you can listen on your favourite platform. buff.ly/qRXgQdw

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John Rutter @johnrutter.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Bard's Eye View - published today by Oxford University Press, John's trio of Shakespeare settings brings together 'O mistress mine', 'Shall I compare thee to a summer's day?', and 'Sigh no more, ladies'. buff.ly/jQmpaYa

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John Rutter @johnrutter.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

The summer holidays are underway! Here's our playlist for lazy summer days. We hope you'll find time to slow down, relax and enjoy this selection of music. lnk.to/LazyDaysRutter

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John Rutter @johnrutter.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Fancy attending a singing day in September? More information can be found on buff.ly/VeNu9oF

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John Rutter @johnrutter.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

This week we remember Sir Charles Wood who died 100 years ago on 12th July 1926. Here is Hail, Gladdening Light, performed by The Cambridge Singers under the direction of John Rutter. buff.ly/njPefpf "Now we are come to the sun's hour of rest, The lights of evening round us shine..."

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John Rutter @johnrutter.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

More wandering wildlife in front of the trail camera! We know the badger, but is that an otter? Any wildlife experts able to confirm?

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John Rutter @johnrutter.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Various recorded albums, supposedly by me, have just appeared on streaming platforms and download sites. These are fakes, created via AI by criminals. DO NOT buy/stream them or any tracks from them. We are taking all possible steps to have them taken down. JR

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John Rutter @johnrutter.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

Choral music is wonderfully participatory. The thing that strikes me most strongly when I go around the country taking Come and Sing days is how people feel in some way lifted up and their troubles have gone. They just feel more whole, somehow more complete. Walking on air at the end of the day. JR

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John Rutter @johnrutter.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

With summer now well underway, and after a spell of glorious weather here in the UK, here's our seasonal playlist—a selection of music to accompany the long days and warm evenings! buff.ly/ZBkmtcj

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John Rutter @johnrutter.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

We’re really enjoying our trail camera. It's amazing to see just how much wildlife activity there is at 5am and to get a glimpse of the world waking up before sunrise. There are more wildlife photos to share with you all soon!

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John Rutter @johnrutter.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

A unique opportunity for anyone who loves to sing to spend a summer evening in the glorious setting of Downside Abbey, performing a selection of beautiful choral works under John's direction. Friday 17th July: 7 - 9.30pm More details and booking information here: bit.ly/4vnEBTR

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John Rutter @johnrutter.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Warmer (and sometimes uncomfortable!) nights are on the way. If the heat is keeping you awake in the small hours, we've put together a relaxing sleep playlist to help you drift off. buff.ly/fPEGo9y

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John Rutter @johnrutter.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

I was useless at sport. One of the nicest things about singing in a choir was that I could still contribute to a team effort, even though it wasn't on the football field. JR Good luck to the teams!

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John Rutter @johnrutter.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

Look what has just arrived in the post! Cityscapes: this refreshed three-movement version of Partita for Orchestra (1976) brings together three contrasting city portraits into a single orchestral work.

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John Rutter @johnrutter.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

John's latest blog: Nigel and the cultural shift We all want to achieve Nigel's goal of bringing the genius and transformative power of music to everyone who has ears to hear. Why is it such a struggle to get that message across? buff.ly/4YOPHGa

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John Rutter @johnrutter.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

New colours everywhere you look! 'Everything grows, everything has a season'.

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John Rutter @johnrutter.bsky.social · 31/05/2026

So far, we have sent A Ukrainian Prayer, to over 10,000 singers and choirs around the world! It is free of charge to anyone who would like a copy. Simply fill in this form and you will receive it in the next few days, by email: bit.ly/3RO7zxf

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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…

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John Rutter @johnrutter.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

On this day in 1901, Sir William McKie was born. Take a moment to revisit his beautiful introit, written for the 1947 marriage of HRH Princess Elizabeth and Lieutenant Philip Mountbatten in Westminster Abbey — music that still reflects the dignity and joy of the occasion.

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We wait for thy loving kindness - William McKie, John Rutter, The Cambridge Singers

'We wait for thy loving kindness' From the album ‘This is the day’ Composer William McKie Conductor John Rutter Tenor Simon Wall Organ Andrew Lucas Choir The Cambridge Singers Buy, download or…

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John Rutter @johnrutter.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

Coming up in July. A unique opportunity for all who love to sing to spend a summer’s evening in the glorious setting of Downside Abbey, performing a selection of beautiful choral works, under the direction of John. buff.ly/ti5JDwm

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John Rutter @johnrutter.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

50 years ago… how can that be? On this day in 1976, ‘Gloria’ was published by Oxford University Press. 50 years later, the work continues to be performed and enjoyed by choirs and audiences around the world. If you’d like to listen, here’s a link: lnk.to/RutterGloria

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John Rutter @johnrutter.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Now we finally know who’s been digging up the lawn and nibbling at the plants! Mystery solved.

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John Rutter @johnrutter.bsky.social · 18/04/2026

Join John and members of The Bach Choir for a unique opportunity to sing selected works from John’s cycle of spirituals 'Feel The Spirit' alongside a mixture of familiar favourites to bring some midsummer sunshine. buff.ly/9FdlM29

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John Rutter @johnrutter.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

Are you looking for something new to sing? Here are some seasonal pieces featured in ChoirGuides—why not take a look? ChoirGuides is a choral learning aid designed to help singers learn new repertoire, whether you’re preparing for rehearsal or simply enjoying singing at home. www.choirguides.com

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John Rutter @johnrutter.bsky.social · 11/04/2026

'I believe in green things; all the gifts of earth; Growing up from tiny seeds that spring has brought to birth.' buff.ly/4sK6yaY

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John Rutter @johnrutter.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

Rehearsals are in full swing for tomorrow’s concert and Trinity Church Square is showing London at its best on such a glorious day.

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John Rutter @johnrutter.bsky.social · 05/04/2026

Here's a playlist to celebrate hope and new beginnings. Happy Easter Sunday! lnk.to/EasterSunday

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John Rutter @johnrutter.bsky.social · 03/04/2026

We hope you can find some quiet time to enjoy this gentle playlist of music for Good Friday. lnk.to/GoodFriday

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John Rutter @johnrutter.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

A time to pause and reflect. Here is a short playlist of music for Maundy Thursday. lnk.to/MaundyThursday

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John Rutter @johnrutter.bsky.social · 29/03/2026

Take a little time to enjoy our Palm Sunday playlist. Look out for more mini-playlists throughout Holy Week—each one thoughtfully chosen to help you pause and reflect. lnk.to/PalmSunday

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John Rutter @johnrutter.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

There’s only a very limited number of tickets left for these two events—don’t miss out! buff.ly/zqnA4WL

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John Rutter @johnrutter.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

'I believe in Springtime: fresh and new and bright...' lnk.to/MusicforSpring

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John Rutter @johnrutter.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Join John as he conducts the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra in a special celebratory concert marking his milestone birthday! bit.ly/4skDnaG

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John Rutter @johnrutter.bsky.social · 15/03/2026

Celebrating everyone who has provided 'mothering' in our lives — nurture, care, guidance and encouragement. lnk.to/MotheringSunday

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John Rutter @johnrutter.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

It's never too early to start planning for Christmas 🌟 Booking for the RPO's most festive performance of the year, John Rutter’s Christmas Celebration, at the Royal Albert Hall on Friday 4 December 2026, is now open! 🎟️ buff.ly/9Afjbz7 📷 Gurnoor Singh

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John Rutter @johnrutter.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

Spring is on the way! Anyone else seeing the first signs of colour in the garden?

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John Rutter @johnrutter.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

Bird Songs, premiered at The Proms last year, is a playful and uplifting work built around bird-themed texts. Find the sheet music here: bit.ly/4qYO8xU and look out for the recording coming soon!

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John Rutter @johnrutter.bsky.social · 21/02/2026

These swans are nothing but persistent. They are at the door again!

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John Rutter @johnrutter.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

We’ve created a mini playlist for Ash Wednesday — a collection of reflective, prayerful music to guide you into the season of Lent. lnk.to/AshWednesday

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John Rutter @johnrutter.bsky.social · 13/02/2026

"If there are people you love, for goodness' sake tell them. Don't keep it to yourself." JR bit.ly/4aHOfbX

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John Rutter @johnrutter.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

We have updated the Appearance Diary for 2026, with more on the way! buff.ly/5UgABUZ

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John Rutter @johnrutter.bsky.social · 01/02/2026

Just enjoying the simple beauty of the garden at this time of year.

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