John Rutter
@johnrutter.bsky.social
Composer and conductor. Posts by the team unless signed JR.
"If there are people you love, for goodness' sake tell them. Don't keep it to yourself." JR
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February 13, 2026 at 6:00 AM
"If there are people you love, for goodness' sake tell them. Don't keep it to yourself." JR
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We have updated the Appearance Diary for 2026, with more on the way!
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February 4, 2026 at 10:30 AM
We have updated the Appearance Diary for 2026, with more on the way!
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Just enjoying the simple beauty of the garden at this time of year.
February 1, 2026 at 7:30 AM
Just enjoying the simple beauty of the garden at this time of year.
January 27, 2026 at 3:11 PM
London Zoo (ZSL) celebrates its bicentenary this year!
Here’s “London Zoo”, a track from 'In the Poet’s Garden' — our latest release, with words by JR recalling his childhood visits.
Here’s “London Zoo”, a track from 'In the Poet’s Garden' — our latest release, with words by JR recalling his childhood visits.
January 23, 2026 at 5:02 PM
London Zoo (ZSL) celebrates its bicentenary this year!
Here’s “London Zoo”, a track from 'In the Poet’s Garden' — our latest release, with words by JR recalling his childhood visits.
Here’s “London Zoo”, a track from 'In the Poet’s Garden' — our latest release, with words by JR recalling his childhood visits.
New choir term? New pieces to learn? Or do you simply love singing for fun?
ChoirGuides is a choral learning aid designed to support singers as they get to know new repertoire. If you’re studying one of these works, help is at hand! www.choirguides.com
ChoirGuides is a choral learning aid designed to support singers as they get to know new repertoire. If you’re studying one of these works, help is at hand! www.choirguides.com
January 21, 2026 at 5:15 PM
New choir term? New pieces to learn? Or do you simply love singing for fun?
ChoirGuides is a choral learning aid designed to support singers as they get to know new repertoire. If you’re studying one of these works, help is at hand! www.choirguides.com
ChoirGuides is a choral learning aid designed to support singers as they get to know new repertoire. If you’re studying one of these works, help is at hand! www.choirguides.com
Celebrating a publishing anniversary: 30 years of Psalmfest!
This nine-movement work, using texts from the Psalms, is rich, varied, and full of emotion.
Here is 'The Lord is my Shepherd' buff.ly/egL7BSr
This nine-movement work, using texts from the Psalms, is rich, varied, and full of emotion.
Here is 'The Lord is my Shepherd' buff.ly/egL7BSr
January 18, 2026 at 6:00 AM
Celebrating a publishing anniversary: 30 years of Psalmfest!
This nine-movement work, using texts from the Psalms, is rich, varied, and full of emotion.
Here is 'The Lord is my Shepherd' buff.ly/egL7BSr
This nine-movement work, using texts from the Psalms, is rich, varied, and full of emotion.
Here is 'The Lord is my Shepherd' buff.ly/egL7BSr
A squirrel on the trellis and Egyptian geese in the tree.
Friends in high places!
Friends in high places!
January 15, 2026 at 8:15 AM
A squirrel on the trellis and Egyptian geese in the tree.
Friends in high places!
Friends in high places!
So far, we have sent A Ukrainian Prayer, to over 9500 singers and choirs around the world! It is free of charge to anyone who would like a copy. Fll in this form and you will receive it in the next few days, by email: bit.ly/RequestAUkra...
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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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January 11, 2026 at 12:00 PM
So far, we have sent A Ukrainian Prayer, to over 9500 singers and choirs around the world! It is free of charge to anyone who would like a copy. Fll in this form and you will receive it in the next few days, by email: bit.ly/RequestAUkra...
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Further information can be found here: buff.ly/kctNrsN
Who has been traipsing in the garden?
January 9, 2026 at 9:15 AM
Who has been traipsing in the garden?
And just like that, it's Epiphany!
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January 6, 2026 at 11:02 AM
And just like that, it's Epiphany!
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"Here’s a playlist to bring you a few peaceful moments today.
Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas"
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Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas"
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December 25, 2025 at 6:00 AM
"Here’s a playlist to bring you a few peaceful moments today.
Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas"
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Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas"
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Snowdrops and blossom already?
This seems way too early!
This seems way too early!
December 20, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Snowdrops and blossom already?
This seems way too early!
This seems way too early!
Why not listen to our Advent playlist whilst you prepare for Christmas?
We hope it brings a little warmth and joy to your season. lnk.to/MusicforAdvent
We hope it brings a little warmth and joy to your season. lnk.to/MusicforAdvent
December 5, 2025 at 7:30 AM
Why not listen to our Advent playlist whilst you prepare for Christmas?
We hope it brings a little warmth and joy to your season. lnk.to/MusicforAdvent
We hope it brings a little warmth and joy to your season. lnk.to/MusicforAdvent
Exciting news!
John is Composer of the Week on BBC Radio 3.
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John is Composer of the Week on BBC Radio 3.
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BBC Radio 3 - Composer of the Week, John Rutter (born 1945), London Town
John Rutter shares memories of his musical childhood.
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December 1, 2025 at 12:51 PM
Exciting news!
John is Composer of the Week on BBC Radio 3.
Tune in every day this week at 4pm bit.ly/44GR9u9
John is Composer of the Week on BBC Radio 3.
Tune in every day this week at 4pm bit.ly/44GR9u9
For everyone celebrating Thanksgiving, we hope you have a great day!
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November 27, 2025 at 7:00 AM
For everyone celebrating Thanksgiving, we hope you have a great day!
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Not the sharpest of photos, but look who's staring through the office window!
November 19, 2025 at 12:59 PM
Not the sharpest of photos, but look who's staring through the office window!
These fables were published 40 years ago!
Looking forward to revisiting Brother Heinrich's Christmas at the Cambridge Summer Music Christmas Concert next month.
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Looking forward to revisiting Brother Heinrich's Christmas at the Cambridge Summer Music Christmas Concert next month.
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November 18, 2025 at 6:06 PM
These fables were published 40 years ago!
Looking forward to revisiting Brother Heinrich's Christmas at the Cambridge Summer Music Christmas Concert next month.
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Looking forward to revisiting Brother Heinrich's Christmas at the Cambridge Summer Music Christmas Concert next month.
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Released 10 years ago — a reflective anthem that’s ethereal, melancholy, and life-affirming all at once. Why not give it a listen.
The Quest - John Rutter, Cambridge Singers, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
'The Quest'
From the album ‘The Gift of Life’ A celebration of the living earth, of creation, and of life itself
Composer John Rutter
Conductor John Rutter
Choir The Cambridge Singers
Orchestra…
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November 13, 2025 at 6:06 PM
Released 10 years ago — a reflective anthem that’s ethereal, melancholy, and life-affirming all at once. Why not give it a listen.
Hang on, Nottingham...
Take a minute to read John's blog about the proposed closure of Nottingham University's music course.
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Take a minute to read John's blog about the proposed closure of Nottingham University's music course.
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November 10, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Hang on, Nottingham...
Take a minute to read John's blog about the proposed closure of Nottingham University's music course.
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Take a minute to read John's blog about the proposed closure of Nottingham University's music course.
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It’s hard to believe that the JR Carols collection was published 20 years ago!
How quickly the time has passed — it feels as though it were only yesterday.
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How quickly the time has passed — it feels as though it were only yesterday.
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November 9, 2025 at 4:01 PM
It’s hard to believe that the JR Carols collection was published 20 years ago!
How quickly the time has passed — it feels as though it were only yesterday.
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How quickly the time has passed — it feels as though it were only yesterday.
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Choral singers — getting ready for your Christmas concerts?
Visit www.choirguides.com to see if there’s a learning guide available to help you prepare!
Visit www.choirguides.com to see if there’s a learning guide available to help you prepare!
November 7, 2025 at 10:37 AM
Choral singers — getting ready for your Christmas concerts?
Visit www.choirguides.com to see if there’s a learning guide available to help you prepare!
Visit www.choirguides.com to see if there’s a learning guide available to help you prepare!
"And give you peace."
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November 5, 2025 at 11:22 AM
"And give you peace."
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Cambridge has been a city of choirs for centuries, but this Festival of Choirs is an historic first. Definitely not to be missed - you'll want to tell your grandchildren you were there. JR
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November 3, 2025 at 1:32 PM
Cambridge has been a city of choirs for centuries, but this Festival of Choirs is an historic first. Definitely not to be missed - you'll want to tell your grandchildren you were there. JR
www.festivalofchoirs.com
www.festivalofchoirs.com
Here’s a selection of sheet music from 'In the Poet’s Garden', all published by Oxford University Press.
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Fancy a listen? bit.ly/43bCdDB
October 30, 2025 at 7:30 AM
Here’s a selection of sheet music from 'In the Poet’s Garden', all published by Oxford University Press.
Fancy a listen? bit.ly/43bCdDB
Fancy a listen? bit.ly/43bCdDB