I’m really looking forward to this workshop in Koudekerk aan den Rijn, a little village in the west of the Netherlands. We’ll be singing some old Ali Burns favourites along with some new easy songs in the beautiful and atmospheric church, Brugkerk. I’ll be teaching mostly by ear with my usual big sheets of words […]
At the The Gatherings the aim is to learn fairly simple songs and just  have a really good sing. This month I'll be joined by Dave Milligan on piano and Neil Squires. The singing is always glorious and as usual this event will be topped off by the great addition of fresh coffee and home-made […]
I'm delighted to be going to back to the beautiful town of Nairn for a one day singing workshop on 26th April. We'll be at the lovely Community Arts Centre for a day of glorious harmony singing. Nairn is right by the sea and the perfect place for a weekend away. Songs will be taught […]
At the The Gatherings the aim is to learn fairly simple songs and just  have a really good sing. This month I'll be joined by Christine Carson on piano and Neil Squires. The singing is always glorious and as usual this event will be topped off by the great addition of fresh coffee and home-made […]
News! I'm afraid that the venue for this workshop has had to change. We'll now be at Saxon Hall - a very similar venue near to the Steiner Academy. However, we've had to change the times a little to make it all work. So we'll begin singing at 11.45 on Saturday and end around 5.30. […]
I'm delighted to be leading a small singing workshop at Ardkinglas House in Argyll from 10am to 4pm on Saturday 7th June. There is space for around 25 participants maximum, and everyone attending should bring a packed lunch with them. To buy a ticket (£40) please email Kelly at info@ardkinglas.com or phone 01499 600261.
At the The Gatherings the aim is to learn fairly simple songs and just  have a really good sing. This month I'll be joined by Christine Carson on piano and Neil Squires. The singing is always glorious and as usual this event will be topped off by the great addition of fresh coffee and home-made […]
Sorry but there will be no event at Wiston this year, I've decided to take a good long break in August. The event will be back in 2026.
September sees a Welcome Back to a new term of The Gatherings. Once again you're invited to join us for a fabulous morning of singing along with with delicious home-made cakes, fresh coffee and a range of teas all included in the price. Neil Squires will join me to teach the basses and tenors and […]
There have been a few cancellations for this event so you're very likely to get a ticket if you put your name on the waiting list. We'll be in touch within a couple of days if you do. The Hereford workshop this year filled up so quickly that we've put on another one in October! […]
October will see an Autumnal but upbeat morning of The Gatherings. Once again you’re invited to join us for a fabulous morning of singing along with with delicious home-made cakes, fresh coffee and a range of teas all included in the price. Neil Squires will join me to teach the basses and tenors and Christine […]
2 last minute cancellations so if you'd like to come along please email me on info@aliburns.co.uk I'm delighted that the fabulous Penny Stone and Kirsty Martin are going to join me, Ali Burns, for this weekend singing workshop at our usual weekend workshop venue at the Columcille Centre in Edinburgh on the 1st and 2nd […]
