The King’s Singers

Cork Opera House Thurs 8pm €25-€42.50 021-4270022; NCH, Dublin Sat Apr 28 8pm €20-€50 01-4170000

Cork Opera House Thurs 8pm €25-€42.50 021-4270022; NCH, Dublin Sat Apr 28 8pm €20-€50 01-4170000

THE KING’S SINGERS WORKSHOP

NCH Kevin Barry Room, Dublin Sat May 5, 10.30am/ 2pm €5 01-4170000

Ah, the King’s Singers. There’s not a single one of the original line-up,but they’re still on the road and the style is still the same – purity of vocal blend allied to eclecticism and fusion of musical styles.

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They’re back in Ireland for concerts at the Cork International Choral Festival on Thursday), after whichthey travel to Dublin for an appearance at the National Concert Hall on Saturday week, their first there since 1990. They’re also involved in a daytime workshop at the NCH, for anyone who wants to explore what’s behind the group’s special magic.

Michael Dervan

Michael Dervan

Michael Dervan is a music critic and Irish Times contributor