Carl Høgset

Carl Høgset was a Norwegian musician, lecturer, and renowned choral conductor. Born on November 3, 1941, he passed away on June 2, 2021. Høgset held degrees in language and musicology from the University of Oslo and in voice and choral conducting from the Norwegian Academy of Music. He was a student of the composer Knut Nystedt and founded the chamber choir Grex Vocalis in 1971. Throughout his career, Høgset conducted several notable choirs, including the Norwegian Youth Choir and the Norwegian Student Choral Society. He was also a singer, releasing solo recordings of works by composers like Purcell, Handel, Grieg, and Nordheim. In 2007, he was awarded the Knight 1st Class of the Royal Norwegian Order of Saint Olav for his contributions to Norwegian music.

Høgset's work with Grex Vocalis included a wide repertoire from Renaissance to contemporary music, and the choir won several awards, including the Norwegian Spellemannprisen. Some of his notable projects include recordings such as "Edvard Grieg Choral Music" and "Magnum Mysterium," which align with the releases you've listed. Høgset was an influential figure in Norwegian choral music, both as a conductor and educator, teaching at state schools and the Norwegian Academy of Music. His legacy continues through his contributions to the world of choral music.