The Sixteen

The Sixteen is a popular Classical choir from United Kingdom, formed on January 1, 1977.

After twenty-seven years of world-wide performance and recording, The Sixteen is recognised as one of the world’s greatest vocal ensembles. Its special reputation for performing early English polyphony, masterpieces of the Renaissance and a diversity of 20th century music is drawn from the passions of conductor and founder, Harry Christophers. Over ninety recordings reflect The Sixteen’s quality in a range of work spanning the music of five hundred years . Popular albums include "Lead, Kindly Light", "Palestrina: Music for Inner Peace" and "Handel: Messiah, HWV 56".