About us
luminatus vocal ensemble is based in the East Midlands/East of England and performs a wide range of repertoire. Recent recordings have focused on newly discovered, or edited, Renaissance pieces alongside contemporary compositions, especially by female composers. Concert programmes reflect the skill and flexibility of the singers involved, each of whom is able to sing solo parts to a professional standard. The group consists of between eight and sixteen singers, depending on repertoire, who work as ‘first amongst equals’, singing within the ensemble, or taking more extended solos as required. Performances sometimes include larger scale works, with a period orchestra.
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‘An excellent showcase
for their a cappella sound,
a selection of previously
unrecorded works from their
favoured musical domains.’
Laudate Magazine
‘The performance here is
cogent, varied, well thought
out, and entirely convincing —
quite a coup for this
unheralded ensemble.’
Fanfare
‘The performances were
always full of interest and
pleasure… David Bray and
luminatus must be
congratulated warmly.’
Organists Review
‘The disc comes alive in the
modern works, particularly
Dunphy’s haunting Magnificat
and McDowall’s more
strident settings.’
Cathedral Music Magazine
‘The singing is superb’
‘It brought me to tears’
‘Incredible performances all round’
‘Your singing was absolutely spine-tingling. So blended and rounded and together’
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‘The singers flowed through a labyrinth of entangled phrases with poise and warmth’
‘A choir of exceptional ability’
‘A refreshing collegiality and flexibility’
Edinburgh Music Review
Where we perform
luminatus vocal ensemble aims to put on concerts mainly in the East Midlands and East of England, but are flexible about where we perform. We provide opportunities for musicians of the highest quality and are a welcoming and inclusive group.
luminatus professional vocal ensemble is currently directed by David Bray.