Gabriel Jackson is a distinguished British composer renowned chiefly for his choral compositions, having carved a significant niche in the modern classical music landscape. Born in Bermuda in 1962 and educated at the Royal College of Music in London, where he studied composition under John Lambert, Jackson's music is known for its vivid lyricism, rich color palette, and an intimate connection with both sacred and secular texts.
Jackson's compositional output is substantial and varied, including liturgical pieces, vocal works, and contributions to the contemporary choral repertoire that are celebrated internationally. His work, "The Passion of Our Lord Jesus Christ," commissioned by the choir of Merton College, Oxford, is an exemplary piece that showcases his dynamic range and sensitivity to text. He served as the Associate Composer to the BBC Singers from 2010 to 2013, a period during which he produced a host of acclaimed choral works. Gabriel Jackson's music is performed by choirs all over the world, earning him accolades and recognition as one of the foremost British composers of choral music of his generation. His discography, which features dedicated albums such as "Vox Clara - Music by Gabriel Jackson" and "Beyond the Stars (Sacred Choral Works, Vol. 2)," is a testament to his prolific nature and the high esteem in which his music is held.
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