The Choir of New College, Oxford, is one of the most revered and accomplished choral ensembles in the world. With a history woven into the prestigious New College, Oxford, which was founded in 1379, the choir is famed for its pure, ethereal, and distinctive sound, upholding the rich tradition of English choral music. It is comprised of around thirty voices, including boy choristers and adult clerks, which come together under the direction of the college’s Organist and Choirmaster. The choir not only performs during the college's church services but has also developed an impressive concert career, singing in venues around the world.

The releases by the Choir of New College, Oxford, showcase their breadth and depth across various periods of choral music. Albums like "New College: Commissions & Premieres" and "Nowell, Sing We!: Advent & Christmas at New College" demonstrate the choir’s commitment to both contemporary compositions and traditional ecclesiastical works. Their renditions of pieces by composers such as Sheppard in "Media vita" and Parry in "Songs of Farewell & Other Choral Works" have been widely commended for their clarity and emotional resonance. With their rendition of Handel's "Messiah, HWV 56," they have tackled one of the most iconic pieces in the Western sacred music repertoire, receiving critical acclaim for their live performances and their recording. Through their diverse discography, including works by Ludford, Blow, and explorations of motet intricacies in "Motets en espace," the Choir of New College, Oxford continues to enhance its reputation as one of the leading forces in choral music today.

Genres

British Choir

Choral

Oxford Choir

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Latest Release

New College: Commissions & Premieres

Choir of New College, Oxford

Album - 13 Tracks - Released June 23, 2023