Welcome to Prima Choral Artists
Prima Choral Artists is a vibrant, progressive choir based in the beautiful, historic city of York, UK.
Since launching in 2010, we’ve offered new & experienced singers the chance to take part in a wide range of choral projects - from powerful large-scale performances to more intimate ensemble work.
Our members come from diverse backgrounds but are united by a shared passion for high-quality music-making, collaboration and personal growth. While we don’t hold formal auditions, we welcome singers with musical experience, good musicianship and the enthusiasm to embrace eclectic repertoires and learn in a fast-moving yet warm and supportive setting.
We rehearse on Tuesday evenings in South Bank. Whether you’re coming back to singing or seeking your next artistic challenge, Prima is a place to develop your skills, connect with others and perform music to a high standard.
Eve Lorian, the visionary and director of Prima, is an award-winning choral director, conductor, producer, performing artist, vocal coach and educator. Since moving from London in 2009, she has become a driving force behind York's vibrant choral scene.
Throughout her UK career, Eve has founded and led both community and auditioned choirs, designed and run workshops training hundreds of singers, and produced numerous high-caliber events. She has collaborated with local and international choirs, orchestras, soloists, brass bands and decorated composers.
Eve is deeply passionate about personal growth and firmly believes in the transformative power of group singing, particularly its positive impact on mental health. Her dedication to this cause enabled her to continue leading Prima rehearsals uninterrupted throughout the two years of the pandemic.
A multi-instrumentalist and experienced voice teacher, Eve holds academic degrees in Classical Piano, Choral Conducting and Music Education. In addition to her multifaceted role at Prima, she designed and runs the Lorian Voice & Performance where she specialises in voice training informed by science and psychology https://www.evelorian.com/ She also works as an academic tutor at York St John University, teaching Advanced Solo Performance, and mentoring the next generation of artists and educators.
Eve remains a strong advocate for innovative choral programmes and performance opportunities, continually striving to expand the horizons of her singers and engage both national and international audiences.