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Adam Whitmore
Conductor · Singer · Music Educator
A versatile musician bringing passion and expertise to the concert stage, the recording studio, and the classroom.
About
Adam studied Russian and Spanish at Durham University, where he directed the university’s Chamber Choir and founded the Phoenix Consort. He is currently a Choral Director with the Diocese of Leeds and National Schools Singing Programme, delivering musical experiences to hundreds of children across West Yorkshire each week.
Alongside directing, his singing work includes Durham Cathedral Choir as a choral scholar, the early music ensemble Ottava Rima, the Seville Choral Society in Spain, and Voces Tallinn Chamber Choir in Estonia. He performs regularly as a soloist in recitals of English song, Lieder, and oratorio.
Experience & Credentials
Trusted by leading institutions across the UK
Education
Durham University graduate. Directed Durham University Chamber Choir during his studies, gaining foundational experience in ensemble leadership.
Professional Roles
Director of The Phoenix Consort. Choral Director with the National Schools Singing Programme. Choral Director with the Diocese of Leeds.
Performance
Choral Scholar at Durham Cathedral. Experienced baritone performing oratorio, recital, and ensemble repertoire across venues in the UK.
Conductor
Founder and director of the Phoenix Consort, choral educator across West Yorkshire, and available for guest conducting engagements.
Singer
Baritone soloist and ensemble singer with experience in oratorio, recital, early music, and choral session work across the UK and Europe.
Social Media & Video
Growing audiences for choral music through social media strategy and professional video editing from RAW concert footage.
The Phoenix Consort
The Phoenix Consort is an award-winning vocal ensemble, specialising in choral music from polyphony of the Renaissance to contemporary compositions. Founded at Durham University, the group has expanded to a UK-wide network of exciting young choral musicians. The consort has performed across the United Kingdom, achieved two prizes at the 54th Tolosa Choral Competition in Spain, and recorded several albums of contemporary choral music.
