Ex Cathedra

Ex Cathedra is a British choral ensemble based in Birmingham, founded in 1969 by Jeffrey Skidmore, who continues to serve as its artistic director. Known for its adventurous programming and vibrant performances, the group specializes in a wide repertoire—from early music and Baroque masterpieces to contemporary choral compositions and world music. Ex Cathedra has earned a reputation for excellence with performances that blend scholarship and passion, and they're particularly celebrated for their imaginative concerts, including their atmospheric “Christmas Music by Candlelight” series.

The ensemble frequently records and performs major works by composers like Monteverdi, Bach, and Gabrieli, as well as championing new works by living composers, and exploring lesser-known musical traditions such as South American Baroque. Their recordings, often released on respected labels like Hyperion and Signum, have received critical acclaim and contributed significantly to the appreciation of both sacred and secular choral music.

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