Christopher Wray (He/Him) MA BMus (Hons) LTCL LRSM DipM
Christopher Wray began his musical training at the William Appleby Music School in Doncaster, where he studied both cello and tuba. He went on to read Music at Trinity College of Music (now Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance), graduating with a First Class Honours degree in Vocal Performance. During his final year, he was awarded the Vocal Department Gold Medal in recognition of his outstanding contribution to the department, particularly through his work with vocal consorts and choral ensembles. He subsequently undertook postgraduate studies in Vocal Performance at the Royal College of Music, specialising in oratorio and art song.
As a professional singer, Christopher has performed in many of London’s leading concert venues, including the Royal Opera House, Royal Albert Hall, Southbank Centre, and the Barbican. As a soloist, he has appeared in a wide range of major choral works, including Bach’s St Matthew Passion, St John Passion, Mass in B Minor, and Magnificat; Handel’s Messiah and Acis and Galatea; Duruflé’s Requiem; Mozart’s Requiem; Fauré’s Requiem; and Purcell’s King Arthur and The Fairy Queen.
A dedicated and highly experienced music educator, Christopher has worked extensively as a Vocal Consultant and was among the first outreach practitioners for Sing Up and the Many Voices Foundation. He has also served as an advisory teacher for Greater London local authorities, where he specialised in training non-specialist teachers to deliver high-quality singing and music lessons in primary schools.
Christopher is a passionate advocate for music education and community, he currently serves as a trustee for the Kingston LGBTQ+ Forum, promoting and creating space for the queer community. He is currently the Director of Music and Performance at Wimbledon High School, Musical Director of Rainbow Nation Dance Academy, and Musical Director of the Landmark Singers.
In addition to his conducting and educational work, Christopher is regularly in demand as a chorus director, adjudicator, and examiner. He has worked with a variety of prestigious organisations, including Morley College, the Royal College of Music, Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance, the Rodolfus Foundation, and the Dartington Summer School.