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Renowned Composer and BBC Conductor Ronald Corp Dies at 74

Tributes pour in for the beloved champion of English choral music, who passed away on May 7, days before a planned festival premiere of his own work.

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Overview

  • Ronald Corp, OBE, passed away on May 7, 2025, in Bath at the age of 74, as announced by the London Chorus.
  • Corp was celebrated for his leadership roles with the BBC Concert Orchestra, BBC Proms, London Chorus, and Highgate Choral Society.
  • He founded the New London Orchestra in 1988 and the New London Children’s Choir in 1991, shaping generations of musicians.
  • Corp's death occurred shortly before he was set to premiere a new composition at the 2025 Three Choirs Festival in Hereford.
  • Fans and organizations continue to share heartfelt tributes online, honoring his profound impact on the English choral tradition.