Michael Noone

**Michael Noone** is a distinguished conductor and musicologist who has become a leading authority in Renaissance polyphony, particularly specializing in Spanish sacred music. As the founder and director of Ensemble Plus Ultra, he's dedicated to bringing forgotten choral masterpieces back to life, with a special focus on works by composers like Cristóbal de Morales, Francisco Guerrero, and Tomás Luis de Victoria. His recordings often blend rigorous academic research with vivid performances, making centuries-old music feel fresh and urgent—you’ll hear this in releases like *Victoria: Sacred Works* or *Guerrero: Missa Surge Propera*, where lush harmonies and intricate counterpoint shine.

Based in Spain for much of his career, Noone combines hands-on work with manuscripts and archives (he’s edited many critical editions) with a knack for storytelling through music. Whether he’s reconstructing battle hymns from the Age of Discovery or unearthing rare liturgical works, his projects—like *Spanish Battle Music* or *Zarlino: Vocal Music*—reveal a deep passion for connecting modern audiences to the spiritual and cultural richness of early music. Casual listeners and scholars alike appreciate his ability to balance precision with warmth, making him a standout voice in the early music revival scene.

Genres

Gregorian Chant

Choral

Latest Release

Canticium canticorum

Orchestra Of The Renaissance•

Michael Noone

Album - 13 Tracks - Released July 10, 2020