Alpine Vocal Experience
9th – 12th July 2027, Avoriaz, Portes du Soleil
Summer singing in the Alps 9th – 12th July 2027. The Alpine Vocal experience is a wonderful opportunity to explore your voice in the stunning Portes Du Soleil region.
Avoriaz is a year round destination with the ski lifts operating through the Summer. Our weekend trip is available to singers and non singers. Hiking, downhill mountain bike trails, golf and gastronomic delights will surely fill the day alongside making music in the mountains and harmony in the hills.
- Alpine Vocal Experience Fri 9th – Mon 12th July 2027
- 3 nights half board in the heart of the Portes du soleil area at Avoriaz. It’s an all year round resort offering skiing in the Winter, hiking, walking and cycling in the Summer. The lift system is open an offers some wonderful time outdoors. The area is really beautiful.
- Singing workshops, performing indoors and outdoors, meals together, easy walking in the French Alps. We are staying in the most beautiful hotel set in the mountains with instant access to the stunning surroundings.
- OWN travel will be required. Fly to Geneva Airport (currently approx £150 return) and transfer to Avoriaz (car hire, shared transfers). approx 1.5 hrs transfer time.
- Join us on Friday evening and leave us on Monday mid morning.
- The cost of the trip is £499 plus travel based on twin ensuite occupancy. There is a £50 per night single room supplement
Richmond Myths and Legends Opening Ceremony
Friday 17th July, Richmond Riverside. 6.30pm
We are delighted that our women’s ensemble will be performing at the opening ceremony of Richmond Myths and Legends festival. You’ll find us at Richmond Riverside, 6.30pm, Friday 17th July. This is a free event! The whole weekend is jam packed with live music, performances and pop up workshops across Richmond town. We look forward to seeing you there.
Summer performance at Guilfest 5th July 2026
We are delighted to be performing at the Funky end tent at Guilfest on Sunday 5th July 4.30pm – 5pm. The day will be full of live music from choirs to bands. With plenty on offer for the whole family all day. Headline act ‘The Proclaimers’ will be performing in the evening, as well as Kula Shaker, Haircut 100, Kid Creole and the Coconuts. We are very excited to be part of a great weekend.
Tickets available here
In Harmony Retreat 2027
Friday 5th – Sunday 7th February 2027. East Sussex
Fully catered, residential singing weekend set in the grounds of Ashburnham Place Grade I listed lakeside building.
Set amidst acres of woodland and nature.
Led by Mary Bourne and Jessa Liversidge with guest musicians. £399 (based on twin occupancy) £479 (based on single occupancy). Includes all tuition, lodging, 3 meals a day plus coffee and tea.
Places are now limited. Please contact us for up to date availability.
Winter Concerts
We are delighted to be sharing the stage with our friends at Landmark Sound Choir on Tuesday 9th Dec.
We are delighted to be sharing the stage with our friends at Landmark Sound Choir on Tuesday 9th Dec. Tickets for the concert are just £10 per person. The concert will take place at the fabulous Landmark Arts Centre in Teddington. We are really excited to bring our superb set of ‘Songs from the Heart’ to this beautiful acoustic setting. Two wonderful choirs, one gorgeous venue. We look forward to entertaining you and to saying hello in the interval. Tickets are available here
Thursday Ladies Choir Christmas Concert – Tap into Christmas at Park Brewery Tap Room
Thursday 11th Dec
Carols and Craft Beer at the Tap Room. 
Bringing your festive favourites to life with plenty of sing-a-long opportunities.
The Park Brewery, Hampden Road, Kingston KT1 3LG. NB – the venue is located on the 1st floor with stairs only access.
Join us for an evening of Christmas cheer, raising funds for Diabetes UK. Limited tickets are available here
Songbirds 2025
Sunday 26th Oct, Hampton Hub Club
An uplifting journey of song, celebrating some of the most iconic female singers and songwriters ever known. Devised and performed by acclaimed vocalists Mary Bourne and Jessa Liversidge, as well as special guest performers. Following the resounding sell-out success of Songbirds last October, Mary and Jessa are delighted to be bringing their 2025 version of the show to Hampton Hub.
From classic pop songs through the decades (Karen Carpenter to Dolly Parton, Kate Bush to Annie Lennox, Amy Winehouse and more) to the hilariously clever comedy of Victoria Wood, as well as original songs by Mary and Jessa, this evening features a huge range of songs and styles, all brought together to celebrate the voices of women through the decades, and performed with a superb band of live musicians.
Lots of songs you know and love, with a few surprises thrown in.
One of our favourite performances
A blast from the past. This amazing arrangement of Guide thee oh thou great redeemer was first taught to our Musical Director in 1986. It was written by her Music Teacher Chris O’Hara and she always vowed to one day sing it again as an adult. Almost 30 years later and still sounding fabulous.
Candlelit Taize
Thursday 15th December 2016 8pm
Come and join us for a very special evening of Taize Singing in preparation for the busy festive season ahead. Our workshop is open to all, regardless of musical experience. A fabulous opportunity to de-stress and meditate through the power of singing. These beautiful simple Taize chants will leave you feeling calmer, less stressed and have you feeling ready for the busy festive season ahead. Take a moment to reflect on the past year and leave feeling nourished and energised.
St Paul’s C of E Junior School Hall. Princes Road, Kingston. KT2 6AZ
To book your place email mary@singingitback.com
£8 (in advance) £10 on the door.