The Choir of Royal Holloway is one of Britain’s leading collegiate choirs, highly acclaimed for its distinctive and polished sound, which emanates from the Royal Holloway, University of London. Esteemed for its artistic expressiveness, the choir is renowned for embracing a diverse and ambitious range of choral music, often venturing into contemporary compositions and challenging works. Under the directorship of Rupert Gough since 2005, the choir has elevated its profile to international standards, often engaging in tours, broadcasts, and recordings that showcase its versatile repertoire to a global audience.

With a discography that is both rich and varied, The Choir of Royal Holloway frequently collaborates with prestigious labels, bringing forth a multitude of recordings that reflect their breadth of talent. Some of their recent endeavors include ethereal renditions of Ola Gjeilo’s spiritual and reflective compositions such as "Spotless Rose" and "The Road: 6. Husedalen," as well as "Dreamweaver." Additionally, they have lent their harmonious voices to Matthew Coleridge’s "Requiem," engaged in the traditional Welsh hymnody with "A Welsh Prayer," and paid homage with "Kontakion for the Dead (Kyiv Melody)" — a reflection of choral music’s power to resonate with current events. Their foray into the choral works of George Arthur with "All Angels" and Flor Peeters in "Missa Festiva" continues to establish their breadth, while their recording of "Locklair: Requiem & Other Choral Works" showcases their commitment to both sacred works and contemporary compositions. The Choir’s consistent exploration of choral music, both ancient and modern, cements their status as an exemplary ensemble capable of capturing the subtleties and complexities of vocal performance.

Genres

British Choir

Choral

Contemporary Choir

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Latest Release

Dan Locklair: From East to West & Other Choral Works

The Choir of Royal Holloway•

Rupert Gough

Album - 19 Tracks - Released May 3, 2024