Eleanor Daley’s Requiem and choral works offer a deeply moving blend of lyrical beauty, emotional sincerity, and accessibility. Drawing from biblical texts, poetry, and timeless prayers, Daley creates music that is both consoling and expressive, with memorable melodies and sensitive text setting. This award-winning Requiem, alongside haunting works like grandmother moon and intimate motets such as Upon your heart and Open thou mine eyes, showcases Daley’s gift for writing music that resonates with both performers and audiences. Performed by the acclaimed Choir of Royal Holloway under Rupert Gough, this recording offers a moving and beautifully crafted contribution to today’s choral repertoire.
