Paul Halley

Paul Halley is a Grammy-winning composer, organist, and choral director known for his lush, spiritually resonant works that blend sacred traditions with contemporary innovation. With deep roots in liturgical music, he served as organist and choirmaster at New York’s Cathedral of St. John the Divine for over a decade, shaping his signature sound that merges classical rigor with atmospheric textures. His recent releases—like *Christmas Angelicus* and *Christ Our Passover*—showcase his knack for weaving choral grandeur with intimate reflection, often collaborating with ensembles like the Canadian choir Elora Singers.

Beyond the cathedral, Halley’s adventurous spirit shines in genre-blurring projects, from the meditative *Angel on a Stone Wall* to the vibrant *Voices of Light*. A longtime collaborator with the Paul Winter Consort, he infuses his compositions with global influences and a reverence for nature, making sacred music feel both timeless and freshly alive. Whether directing hymns like *Wondrous Love* or crafting original works like *Triptych*, Halley’s music feels like a quiet conversation between the ancient and the now.

Genres

Choral

New Age

Latest Release

In the Wide Awe and Wisdom

Paul Halley

Album - 16 Tracks - Released October 17, 2017