Short bio Malcolm Archer
Full biography Malcolm Archer
Malcolm Archer is an English composer, conductor, and organist, born in 1952. He is known for his beautiful and intricate choral works and has created over 200 compositions in total. Archer's career began as the organist and master of the choristers at St Paul's Cathedral in London, a position he held for ten years. During this period, he also served as the sub-organist at Bristol Cathedral and director of music at St. Paul's Girls' School, London.
Archer's compositions include 'Anthems of Malcolm Archer', a collection of over 50 of his stunning anthems. His compositional style is characterised by his use of rich harmonies, melodic lines, and diverse choral textures. In addition to his choral works, Malcolm Archer has composed an opera and other orchestral pieces.
Archer has collaborated with a variety of performing groups, both in the UK and internationally. He has worked with the BBC Singers, King's Singers, and the Royal Shakespeare Company. He has also conducted orchestras such as the London Symphony Orchestra and the English Chamber Orchestra.
After leaving St Paul's Cathedral, Malcolm Archer spent some time living and working in the US. He is now a freelance conductor and composer, writing commissioned works as a choral and orchestral conductor, and as an organist. His most recent releases include "At the Round Earth's Imagined Corners" and "Missa Omnes Sancti," which are highly acclaimed by both critics and audiences alike.
Overall, Malcolm Archer is a talented and highly accomplished composer, conductor, and organist who has made a significant contribution to the world of choral and orchestral music.
Compositions featuring Malcolm Archer
| # | Name | Duration | Genre | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Missa omnes sancti, for chorus & organ | 16:17 min | Choral | 2005 |
| 2 | Sicilienne, for organ | 4:05 min | Keyboard | - |
| 3 | O Magnum Mysterium, for chorus | 5:08 min | Choral | - |
| 4 | O Salutaris Hostia | 2:09 min | Choral | - |
| 5 | Praise the Lord of heaven (tune: Vicars' Close), hymn | 2:25 min | Choral | - |
| 6 | Prelude on "Noel Nouvelet", for organ | 2:19 min | Keyboard | - |
| 7 | Psalm 3, Lord, how are they increased that trouble me | 2:54 min | Choral | - |
| 8 | Psalm 134, Behold now praise the Lord | 1:40 min | Choral | - |
| 9 | Rejoice, the Lord Is King!, for chorus | 2:41 min | Choral | - |
| 10 | My Song Is Love Unknown, for chorus | 2:43 min | Choral | - |
| 11 | Suite for organ | 22:15 min | Keyboard | - |
| 12 | Tantum ergo sacramentum | 2:37 min | Choral | - |
| 13 | The Four Cathedrals Service | Choral | - | |
| 14 | The Linden Tree Carol, for chorus | 2:00 min | Choral | - |
| 15 | Variations on an English Air, for organ | 7:34 min | Keyboard | - |
| 16 | Variations on King's Lynn, for organ | 14:22 min | Keyboard | - |
| 17 | We cannot measure, for chorus | 2:24 min | Choral | - |
| 18 | When I survey the wondrous Cross, hymn | 2:36 min | Choral | - |
| 19 | A Child Is Born in Bethlehem, carol for chorus & organ | 2:41 min | Choral | - |
| 20 | Love Came Down at Christmas, for chorus | 1:54 min | Choral | - |
| 21 | King of Glory, King of Peace (tune: Redland), hymn | 2:24 min | Choral | - |
| 22 | Jubilate Deo | 4:40 min | Choral | - |
| 23 | Intermezzo, for organ | 2:20 min | Keyboard | - |
| 24 | Infant Holy, for chorus & organ | 2:06 min | Choral | - |
| 25 | Gracious Spirit, Holy Ghost, hymn (tune Lake MacDonald) | 2:36 min | Choral | - |
| 26 | Go Tell It on the Mountain, for organ | 2:24 min | Keyboard | - |
| 27 | Evening Litany, for organ | 4:10 min | Keyboard | - |
| 28 | Elegy, for organ | 4:04 min | Keyboard | - |
| 29 | Domum, dulce Domum, for chorus & organ | 1:38 min | Choral | - |
| 30 | Creator of the Stars, for chorus & organ | 3:56 min | Choral | - |
| 31 | Christchurch Mass, for chorus | 10:18 min | Choral | - |
| 32 | Benedicite, omnia opera, canticle for chorus & organ | 6:05 min | Choral | - |
| 33 | Ave verum, for chorus & organ | 3:32 min | Choral | - |
| 34 | A Little Child There is Yborn, carol for chorus & organ | 2:27 min | Choral | - |
Albums featuring Malcolm Archer
| # | Сover | Name album | Year | Music label |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  |
Johann Sebastian Bach, Malcolm Archer – Goldberg Variations(CD, Album) | 2021 | Convivium Records |
| 2 |  |
Hugh Benham, Alexander Norman Directs Convivium Singers With Organist Malcolm Archer – Sacred Choral Music(CD, Album) | 2019 | Convivium Records |
| 3 |  |
Benjamin Britten, Winchester College Chapel Choir, Malcolm Archer, Katie Salomon – A Ceremony Of Carols(CD, Album) | 2017 | Convivium Records |
| 4 |  |
Angus Benton, Malcolm Archer – Homeward Bound(CD, Album) | 2016 | Convivium Records |
| 5 |  |
Sospiri, Christopher Watson, Winchester College Chapel Choir, Portsmouth Grammar School Chamber Choir, Malcolm Archer, Dan Locklair – Gloria (New American Choral Epic)(CD, Album) | 2016 | Convivium Records |
| 6 |  |
Malcolm Archer, Winchester College – Stanford(CD, Album) | 2014 | Convivium Records |
| 7 |  |
James Bowman (2), Malcolm Archer – Thus Angels Sung(CD, Album) | 2014 | Convivium Records |
| 8 |  |
Malcolm Archer, Convivium Singers – At The Round Earth’s Imagined Corners(CD, Album) | 2013 | Convivium Records |
| 9 |  |
Sarum Voices Directed By Benjamin Lamb Choir The Quiristers Of Winchester College Chapel Directed By Malcolm Archer – RSCM Publications 2010 Including Nowell! Nowell!(CD, Compilation, Promo) | 2010 | RSCM Publications |
| 10 |  |
Wells Cathedral Choir, Malcolm Archer, Rupert Gough – Evensong For St Andrew’s Day(CD, Album, Reissue) | 2010 | Griffin |
| 11 |  |
Winchester College Chapel Choir, Malcolm Archer – The Winchester Tradition (Music By Composers Associated With Winchester College)(CD, Album) | 2009 | Regent Records |
| 12 |  |
Winchester College Chapel Choir, Malcolm Archer, Paul Provost (2) – My Beloved Spake (Favourite Anthems From Winchester College)(CD, Album) | 2008 | Regent Records |
| 13 |  |
St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, Malcolm Archer – Great Hymns From St. Paul’s(CD, Album) | 2007 | Griffin |
| 14 |  |
Malcolm Archer, David Bednall – Sounds Spontaneous (Improvisations Through The Church’s Year)(CD, Album) | 2005 | Lammas Records |
| 15 |  |
Sounds Of Fotheringhay(CD, Album) | 2005 | Lammas Records |
| 16 |  |
Howells - Wells Cathedral Choir / Malcolm Archer – Choral Music | 2005 | Hyperion |
| 17 |  |
English Organ Music(CD, Album) | 2004 | Regent Records |
| 18 |  |
Malcolm Archer, Wells Cathedral Choir – Cathedral Music(CD, Album) | 2004 | Lammas Records |
| 19 |  |
Wells Cathedral Choir, Rupert Gough, Malcolm Archer – 'Lead, Kindly Light' (Hymns Of Faith And Assurance)(CD, Album) | 2004 | Hyperion |
| 20 |  |
Wells Cathedral Choir, Rupert Gough, Malcolm Archer – All Things Bright And Beautiful (Hymns For Children)(CD, Album) | 2003 | Hyperion |
| 21 |  |
Wells Cathedral Choir, Rupert Gough, Malcolm Archer – 'Jerusalem The Golden' (Great Hymn Tunes Of The Nineteenth Century) | 2001 | Hyperion |
| 22 |  |
The Girl Choristers Of Wells Cathedral Director: Malcolm Archer, Rupert Gough, Rachel Gough (2) – Ave Maria(CD, Album) | 2001 | Lammas Records |
| 23 |  |
Leonard Bernstein, Britten, Wells Cathedral Choir, Malcolm Archer, Robert Karlsson (19) – Chichester Psalms, Rejoice in the Lamb(CD, Album, Stereo) | 2000 | Lammas Records |
| 24 |  |
Wells Cathedral Choir, Malcolm Archer, Rupert Gough – Dreaming Of Christmas (Carols From Wells Cathedral)(CD, Album) | 1999 | Lammas Records |
| 25 |  |
Wells Cathedral Choir, Rupert Gough, Malcolm Archer – 'Christ Triumphant' (Great Hymn Tunes Of The Twentieth Century)(CD, ) | 1999 | Hyperion |
| 26 |  |
Sounds Magnificent | 1999 | Lammas Records |
| 27 |  |
Wells Cathedral Choir, Malcolm Archer – I Look From Afar (Music For The Season Of Advent)(CD, Album) | 1998 | Lammas Records |
| 28 |  |
Roger Drabble, Malcolm Archer – Music Ever Divine(CD, Album) | 1998 | Lammas Records |
| 29 |  |
Lancastrian Organ Gems (Malcolm Archer Plays The Organ Of Lancaster Town Hall)(CD, ) | 1995 | Priory |
| 30 |  |
Dvorak, Bruckner, Brahms, Bristol Cathedral Choir, Malcolm Archer, Anthony Pinel – Mass In D, With Motets By Bruckner And Brahms(CD, ) | 1989 | Meridian (2) |
| 31 |  |
Organ Heroique(LP) | 1986 | Priory |
| 32 |  |
Timothy Angel, Robert Fowkes, Malcolm Archer – Duet(12", 45 RPM, Mini-Album, Stereo) | 1986 | Alpha Collection |
| 33 |  |
Herbert Howells, Norwich Cathedral Choir, Michael Nicholas (2), Malcolm Archer – A Tribute(2×LP, Stereo) | 1982 | Vista (2) |
| 34 |  |
Berkeley, Britten, Walton, Norwich Cathedral Choir Directed By Michael Nicholas (2) With Malcolm Archer – 20th Century Music From Norwich Cathedral(LP, Stereo) | 1981 | Vista (2) |
| 35 |  |
Malcolm Archer, David Briggs (5), Noel Rawsthorne – Favourite Wedding Music(CD, Album) | - | Kevin Mayhew Ltd. |
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