Breaking: Eminent conductor fractures skull in bike crash

We hear from friends (and on social media) that Stephen Cleobury, director of choir at Kings College Cambridge, is in hospital after a collision with a bicycle in the town.

We send him wishes for a speedy recovery.

Services and concerts at Kings are being continued by colleagues.

Stephen, who is 69, will step down from his post after 37 years in October 2019.

UPDATE:

The Provost of King’s College, Cambridge, Professor Mike Proctor, has confirmed the reports that Stephen Cleobury is currently recovering from an accident.

“Our warmest thoughts are with Stephen and his family and we wish him a speedy return to full health. We know he is keen to be back with us and look forward to his return when his recovery is complete.”

2nd UPDATE: Stephen says he is on the mend.