The Sixteen's repertoire spans over five centuries of music, from medieval polyphony to contemporary compositions, performed with both voices and period instruments.
Album & Artwork
The cover image for this album features the Basílica i Temple Expiatori de la Sagrada Família in Barcelona, Spain.
Composition History
The Sixteen was initially formed in November 1977 for a supposedly one-off concert of Tudor music, requested by Peter Nelson, a regular at Magdalen evensong.
Cultural Impact
The Sixteen has made a profound impact on choral music, reaching new audiences as 'The Voices of Classic FM' and through the BBC television's Sacred Music series.
Performer Biography
The Sixteen, a vocal ensemble, was founded almost 40 years ago by Harry Christophers, who is now recognized as one of the great champions of choral music.
Performer Biography
Harry Christophers, the founder of The Sixteen, was appointed a CBE in the Queen's 2012 Birthday Honours for his services to music.
Recording & Production
This album is a 40th-anniversary collection, with 40 tracks chosen from The Sixteen's extensive catalogue by Robin Tyson to showcase the group's versatility.
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