ॐ: The Imperishable (2024)

‪@TheMarianConsort‬ perform my new choral work 'ॐ: The Imperishable' which was commissioned by Choir & Organ as part of their 2024 New Music Series.
Based on the first verse of the Māndūkya Upanishad, the work explores the profound concept of 'OM' as the essence of being, weaving traditional choral textures with contemporary techniques, including glissandi and the improvisatory style of Hindustani music.
The piece was developed in close collaboration with Dr. Baldevanand Sagar and is informed by Sri Swami Krishnananda’s translation of the Upanishad.
To learn more about the inspiration behind the piece and to download a copy of the score, please visit: www.gramophone...
The Marian Consort directed by Rory McCleery
Sam Cobb, Alexandra Kidgell, soprano
Sarah Anne Champion, Sophie Overin, alto
Will Wright, Ed Woodhouse, tenor
Jon Stainsby, Christopher Webb, bass