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The New London Singers is a classical music choir based in London, England. The choir was founded in 1963 by Ronald Corp, who remains its conductor and artistic director to this day. The New London Singers has become one of the most respected and accomplished choirs in the United Kingdom, known for its exceptional musicianship and innovative programming. The choir's early years were marked by a commitment to performing a wide range of choral music, from Renaissance polyphony to contemporary works. The New London Singers quickly gained a reputation for excellence, and began to attract some of the most talented singers in London. Over the years, the choir has performed in some of the most prestigious venues in the UK, including the Royal Albert Hall, St. Paul's Cathedral, and the Barbican Centre. One of the highlights of the New London Singers' early years was its performance of Benjamin Britten's War Requiem in 1968. The choir was joined by the London Symphony Orchestra and the Choristers of St. Paul's Cathedral for this monumental work, which was conducted by the legendary Sir Colin Davis. The performance was a critical and commercial success, and helped to establish the New London Singers as one of the leading choirs in the UK. In the years that followed, the New London Singers continued to push the boundaries of choral music, performing works by contemporary composers such as John Tavener, Arvo Pärt, and James MacMillan. The choir also began to collaborate with other artists and ensembles, including the Academy of Ancient Music, the London Sinfonietta, and the Nash Ensemble. One of the most significant moments in the New London Singers' history came in 1995, when the choir was invited to perform at the BBC Proms. The Proms is an annual series of classical music concerts held in London, and is one of the most prestigious events in the classical music calendar. The New London Singers performed a program of works by Bach, Handel, and Purcell, and received rave reviews from critics and audiences alike. In the years that followed, the New London Singers continued to perform at the highest level, earning critical acclaim for their performances of works by composers such as Mozart, Brahms, and Vaughan Williams. The choir also continued to commission and perform new works by contemporary composers, cementing its reputation as a forward-thinking and innovative ensemble. In addition to its performances, the New London Singers has also been recognized for its recordings. The choir has released numerous albums over the years, including a highly acclaimed recording of Britten's War Requiem, which was awarded a Gramophone Award in 1993. The choir has also recorded works by Handel, Bach, and Tavener, among others. Throughout its history, the New London Singers has remained committed to its mission of bringing the highest quality choral music to audiences in London and beyond. The choir has performed in venues across the UK and Europe, and has toured extensively in the United States and Canada. The New London Singers has also been involved in numerous charitable initiatives, including fundraising concerts for organizations such as Amnesty International and the British Red Cross. Today, the New London Singers remains one of the most respected and accomplished choirs in the UK. Under the leadership of Ronald Corp, the choir continues to push the boundaries of choral music, performing works by both established and emerging composers.

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