Nigel Short

British Chess Grandmaster and Commentator

Nigel Short is an English conductor and countertenor, best known as the founder and artistic director of the professional choir Tenebrae. Established in 2001, Tenebrae has gained an international reputation for its passion and precision in choral performance. Nigel Short's career began as a singer with the renowned vocal ensemble The King's Singers, after which he decided to focus on conducting. Under his leadership, Tenebrae has worked with some of the world's leading orchestras and has garnered praise for its unique sound and interpretative depth. The choir's extensive discography includes a wide range of works, from early music to contemporary compositions.