Symphony of Voices release EP for Refuge Week

A Greenwich-based choir made up of ‘refugees is releasing their first professionally recorded work for Refugee Week.

The five-track EP, Symphony of Voices, was planned and recorded by the Citizens of the World choir during lockdown using Zoom and WhatApp voice notes.

Lead vocals on one track were recorded by singer-songwriter Bumi Thomas.

Ms Thomas was born in Glasgow but was previously threatened with deportation by the Home Office under the British Nationality Act which had removed her automatic citizenship.

She said: “It was great to hear all the different fragments come together so beautifully. Since Covid changed the world we have had to adapt and find digital solutions to stay connected.

“This EP is a great testament to the resilient beauty of our bond as a choir and I am so proud to be a part of this journey.”

The Citizens of the World Choir has 50 members from 30 nationalities and celebrates the creativity of people seeking sanctuary and asylum.

Featured vocalist Bumi Thomas
Photo: Rachel Otterway