Vocal Ensemble

Vocal ensemble music represents the harmonious blend of multiple voices, often without instrumental accompaniment, where singers work together to deliver intricate choral compositions. This genre encompasses a variety of styles, from medieval and Renaissance polyphony to modern experimental pieces, characterized by the purity and precision of vocal interplay. Renowned groups like the Orlando Consort and Anonymous 4 revive ancient music with historical accuracy, while ensembles such as Roomful of Teeth push boundaries with avant-garde works that explore the full spectrum of vocal techniques. Typically operating as a small, tightly-knit unit, vocal ensembles invest in the clarity of text and richness of tone, creating lush soundscapes that capitalize on the unique qualities of the human voice to evoke powerful emotional and aesthetic experiences.

Orchestral Anthems Vol. 2: Bairstow | Elgar | Ireland | Stanford | Walton | Wesley

Choir of Merton College, Oxford•

Britten Sinfonia•

Benjamin Nicholas

Album - 12 Tracks - Released May 30, 2025