Jessica Ulusoy-Horsley - Choral Works (Tenebrae)

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Composer: Jessica Ulusoy-Horsley

1. Engelsmusik: No. 1, colours of light's sound
2. Engelsmusik: No. 2, in between
3. Engelsmusik: No. 3, en theō (ἐν θεῷ)
4. The 99 Names
5. Cycle of Peace: No. 1, Imagine everyone's your child
6. Cycle of Peace: No. 2, There is a plain
7. Cycle of Peace: No. 3, Blesséd

Tenebrae

Nigel Short, director

Date: 2026

Label: Signum Classics

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This recording presents recent choral works by British-Swiss composer Jessica Ulusoy-Horsley, performed by Tenebrae under the direction of Nigel Short. Focusing on the interplay of sound, silence, and intermediate spaces, the programme opens with Engelsmusik, a piece inspired by angelic writings that incorporates Greek liturgy, spiritual philosophy, and the poetry of Rumi. At the album's center is The 99 Names, a large-scale work setting Arabic and Aramaic texts from both Islamic and Christian traditions. Concluding with Cycle of Peace, a poignant response to contemporary conflict, the collection deeply examines listening, stillness, and shared cross-cultural spiritual experiences.

Led by Nigel Short, the award-winning choir Tenebrae is universally recognized as one of the world’s premier vocal ensembles, celebrated for its trademark "passion and precision." Performing globally at elite venues like Wigmore Hall and the BBC Proms, the choir interprets diverse repertoire from the Renaissance to contemporary commissions, often collaborating with top-tier orchestras. Tenebrae’s extensive, award-winning discography includes multiple BBC Music Magazine Awards and a Grammy nomination. Deeply committed to education, the ensemble champions choral development through its Associate Artist Programme and impactful grassroots initiatives like Singing Schools, consistently delivering unforgettable, immersive experiences for audiences worldwide.

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