Ensemble Plus Ultra

**Ensemble Plus Ultra** is a British vocal group specializing in Renaissance sacred music, with a particular love for Spanish and English composers from the Golden Age. Founded in 2001 by conductor and musicologist Michael Noone, the ensemble digs deep into overlooked gems of polyphony, bringing rich textures and emotional clarity to works by masters like Tomás Luis de Victoria, William Byrd, and Sebastián de Vivanco. Their recordings, such as *From Spain To Eternity* and *Byrd: Gradualia*, showcase their knack for blending scholarly precision with warm, immersive performances that feel both ancient and alive.

Based in London but spiritually rooted in the cathedrals of Toledo and Rome, the group has become a go-to source for early music nerds and casual listeners alike. They’ve tackled ambitious projects like reconstructing lost works and recording entire liturgical cycles, proving that 400-year-old sacred music can still hit you right in the feels. Whether they’re unearthing Zarlino’s motets or breathing new life into Fernando de las Infantas’ harmonies, Ensemble Plus Ultra treats every note like a whispered secret from the past.

Genres

Gregorian Chant

Choral

Medieval

Latest Release

CANTARA EL ALMA: Sebastián de Vivanco y la música sagrada en el Siglo de Oro

Sebastián de Vivanco•

Ensemble Plus Ultra•

Schola Antiqua•

Ensemble La Danserye•

David Martin

Album - 22 Tracks - Released December 30, 2022