Artist Biography: Originally trained at Juilliard, Whitacre is renowned for pushing the boundaries of choral music through multimedia elements and innovative performance concepts. His work with the Eric Whitacre Singers has earned multiple Grammy Awards, and his Virtual Choir projects brought a global listening audience into intimate, collaborative choral experiences. As a composer and conductor, he continues to explore new sonic worlds that blend traditional choral texture with modern technology.
Discography Highlights: His early Decca releases Light & Gold (2010) and Water Night (2012) topped classical charts, establishing Whitacre as a leading voice in contemporary choral music. More recently, Home (with VOCES8) released on Decca Classics in 2023, showcases his expansive approach to ensemble collaboration and accessible, emotive storytelling through sound.
Upcoming Tour Information: Whitacre’s 2025–2026 season includes premieres and performances that expand his signature multimedia approach. A notable 2025 world premiere, The Pacific Has No Memory (commissioned by Anne Akiko Meyers), premiered at Carnegie Hall in New York on May 17, 2025. Look for additional tour dates featuring intimate concerts and large-scale choral events in major venues. Date to be announced for some future performances; we’ll update you as soon as details are confirmed.