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Genesis Sixteen is The Sixteen’s free young artists’ programme for 18-23 year olds, which aims to nurture the next generation of talented ensemble singers.

Applications for the 2025-26 cohort have now closed. Applications for our next cohort, for 2026-27, will open in November/December 2025.

During the course of a year, a series of week-long and weekend courses based in the UK are led by key figures from The Sixteen, including founder and conductor Harry Christophers and associate conductor Eamonn Dougan.

Participants receive group tuition, individual mentoring and masterclasses run by some of the industry’s top vocal experts. Amongst our tutors are members of The Sixteen who are qualified vocal health and nutrition advisers, so a truly holistic package of support is offered to young singers. Thanks to a close partnership with the Genesis Foundation participants not only receive free tuition but also a bursary to cover all additional costs.

This is the UK’s first ever fully funded programme of its kind and alumni from the first twelve cohorts have already had much success since graduating. Many are now performing, recording and touring with professional groups, including The Sixteen. A number of them have set up their own choirs, charities and music businesses, and are showing true entrepreneurialism in developing their brand and reputation on the music circuit.

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As well as offering 22 singers this amazing opportunity, we also have a Genesis Sixteen Conducting Scholar each year, where a young and upcoming conductor receives expert 1-1 coaching from Harry and Eamonn, as well as the chance to conduct the choir in rehearsal and performances. The conductor also sings in the choir when they are not conducting. Applications for the conducting scholar usually open once the new choir are selected, around April/May time. Applications for 2025-26 have now closed. 

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Arrow Our most recent Genesis Sixteen singers explore three glorious motets by J.S. Bach in Pimlico, London

Arrow Genesis Sixteen receive a masterclass from professional soprano Mary Bevan.

Arrow Harry Christophers mentors former Genesis Sixteen conducting scholar, Olivia Tait.

“Genesis Sixteen has become an integral part of what The Sixteen does and the quality of young singers remains incredibly high. We want to recruit from the widest possible geographical and social backgrounds to help secure a vibrant future for choral singing in this country. We are, as always, indebted to the Genesis Foundation for its dedication to this cause.”

Harry Christophers CBE

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