The Eton Choirbook

The Eton Choirbook is a rare collection of English choral music from the late 15th and early 16th centuries, compiled around 1500. It contains expertly composed polyphony—multiple vocal lines sung simultaneously—used primarily in church services. The manuscript provides valuable insights into the musical styles and religious practices of the Renaissance period in England. Preserved at Eton College, it is considered one of the most important sources of early English sacred music, highlighting the craftsmanship of composers from that era. Its contents continue to influence and inform our understanding of early choral and Renaissance music.