Kavi Pau, Founder and Director of Third Culture Collective, has been appointed as a Trustee of the world-leading vocal ensemble, Tenebrae.

Described as “phenomenal” (The Times) and “devastatingly beautiful” (Gramophone Magazine), award-winning choir Tenebrae, under the direction of Nigel Short, is one of the world’s leading vocal ensembles renowned for its passion and precision.

Tenebrae performs at major festivals and venues across the globe, including the BBC Proms, Wigmore Hall, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg, Rheingau Musik Festival and Sydney Festival. The choir has earned international acclaim for its interpretations of choral music ranging from the Renaissance through to contemporary masterpieces, and it regularly commissions new music.

“I have admired Tenebrae’s approach to choral music for many years, and am emboldened that such an established ensemble has placed diversity central to its mission. I am delighted to join them as a Trustee, working closely with Nigel to diversify their programming and commissioning, and to advise on the development of their music education strategy. Tenebrae’s vision for the future of choral music is aligned to the values of Third Culture Collective and I look forward to collaboration opportunities between the two organizations.”

Kavi Pau, Founder and Director of Third Culture Collective

Choral development is central to Tenebrae’s ethos, and through its Associate Artist Programme it provides crucial training and performance opportunities to young professional singers. Alongside its performance and recording schedule, the choir also runs a thriving Learning & Connection programme which encompasses partnerships with Music Centre London and London Youth Choirs, Tenebrae Effect workshops with amateur choirs, and its newest programme Singing Schools. Run in partnership with Ealing Music Service, Singing Schools aims to embed a long-lasting singing culture in local schools which might otherwise face barriers to music-making.

Outreach and education is central to Tenebrae’s mission. Tenebrae provides regular, top-quality singing activities through workshops and performances, both in person and on-screen, to hundreds of young people from all backgrounds each year.

Passion and Precision are Tenebrae’s core values. Through its continued dedication to performance of the highest quality, Tenebrae’s vision is to inspire audiences around the world through dramatic programming, flawless performances and unforgettable experiences.

Read more about Tenebrae on their website: tenebrae-choir.com