Lumens Chamber Choir  is an initiative of Brisbane Chamber Choir.  Fresh, young and vibrant, Lumens Chamber Choir first lit up Brisbane’s choral scene in 2021 and has been shining brightly ever since. The choir brings together a select and dedicated group of singers aged 18–28 under the direction of Kathryn Morton, to share with each other the joyous experience of choral music-making.

Lumens Chamber Choir members engage with a variety of genres, including challenging contemporary art music and the much-loved choral gems of history. Its young adult choristers are encouraged to grow and develop through individual preparation, meticulous attention to detail, organic collaboration, and public performance. These skills are valued not only in the world of music, but in all aspects of life and labour.

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Choral director Kathryn Morton is a powerhouse of creativity with an impressive breadth of knowledge and expertise. Immersed in quality music education from her earliest years, she has gone on to complete degrees in Music and Speech Pathology and has now come full circle, nurturing the voices and shaping the musical experiences of a new generation.

With more than a decade of choral leadership to her credit, Kathryn has established a reputation for bringing out the best in her singers. Her holistic approach allows each chorister to achieve ease of vocal production within the harmonious blend of the choir.

As director of the internationally recognised St Peters Chorale since 2012, she has led tours throughout the United Kingdom and Europe, delighting audiences and critics alike with her ensemble’s accomplished and evocative performances. In 2021, she became the founding director of Lumens Chamber Choir.

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At her private vocal studio, Kathryn instills in her students a high degree of technical skill and expressive nuance, preparing them for tertiary musical study and developing their ability to perform at a professional level. As a speech pathologist, she consults with leading professional singers, assisting them to meet the demands of their careers while maintaining their vocal health and well-being.

Kathryn has conducted workshops at school and university level in Australia and overseas, and in partnership with the Royal School of Church Music and the Tutti Festival.