A Word from Our Conductors – April 2020
Artistic Director Philip Brunelle and Associate Conductor | Learning and Engagement Director G. Phillip Shoultz, III are finding inspiration from so many places during this time. Read a few words… Read More →
Together We Sing
DONOR SPOTLIGHT: Fred and Ann Moore find quality, community and staying power in VocalEssence
When Fred and Ann Moore lived in Wisconsin, they were familiar with VocalEssence, having attended several holiday concerts over the years. “But our association began in earnest when we moved… Read More →
VocalEssence 50th Season Annual Meeting
What a year! After a successful 50th season, we took a moment to pause and reflect on our accomplishments with those near and dear to us. On May 9, 2019,… Read More →
Sing, Connect, and Give Back at the Together We Sing Festival
In preparation for the 3rd Annual Together We Sing Festival, VocalEssence Associate Conductor Phillip Shoultz has devoted time this summer to developing a relationship with Ujamaa Place. After meeting with… Read More →
Where in the World are the Conductors—February 2018
Our conductors had a great time with VocalEssence WITNESS: Of Such I Dream and the debut of the new youth choir, VocalEssence Singers Of This Age (SOTA). But there’s always… Read More →
Giving Keeps Going After Second Annual Together We Sing Festival
Over 170 participants and guests artists connected during the daylong Together We Sing Festival on Jan. 13. Attendees had great things to say—and we’d like to share some of our… Read More →
Enjoy the Warmth of Winter Community Sing-Alongs
Is there anything more cheering on a snowy winter weekend than joining in song with your fellow lovers of choral music? Two upcoming community sing-along events provide the perfect opportunity… Read More →
Musicians and Singers Are the Second Largest Creative Professional Group in MN
Creative Minnesota highlights the positive impact being made by artists and creative workers. The 2017 study found that every region of the state has a robust arts economy, from the… Read More →
20% off tickets for The SPCO’s Liquid Music Series
BEDROOM COMMUNITY AND FRIENDS Featuring Valgeir Sigurðsson, Jodie Landau, Sam Amidon and Daníel Bjarnason with Mariam Wallentin and Pekka Kuusisto Copresented with the American Swedish Institute Tuesday, May 9, 2017 Doors… Read More →
Help us throw a baby shower for Lullaby Project moms and babies
Thrivent Financial and VocalEssence invite you to help us throw a baby shower for the moms and babies participating in The Lullaby Project. Nothing conveys the intimate bond between mother… Read More →
Bridge of Song Reverb
As a professional choir conductor for 20 years, I’ve learned to read the subtle cues in the room before the singing starts, but I’d never before experienced a feeling quite… Read More →
VocalEssence ReMix Seeks Songwriters
How do you make sure that choral music stays relevant? Mix it up—VocalEssence style. 2015 was the launch of VocalEssence ReMix, a program breathing new life into choral music by… Read More →
Meet Our Music Makers: Ensemble Singer Eric Meyer
The VocalEssence Chorus is an exceptional group of 90 talented, committed volunteer singers from many walks of life—doctors, lawyers, nurses, educators, homemakers, business people and others—most with college-level or higher… Read More →
Meet Our Music Makers: Chorus Members Jenny Kisner & Jonathan Pinkerton love WITNESS
The VocalEssence Chorus is an exceptional group of 90 talented, committed volunteer singers from many walks of life—doctors, lawyers, nurses, educators, homemakers, business people and others—most with college-level or higher… Read More →
MEET OUR MUSIC MAKERS: Chorus Member Kristi Mueller Finds Something Special in Each Performance
The VocalEssence Chorus is an exceptional group of 90 talented, committed singers from many walks of life—doctors, lawyers, nurses, educators, homemakers, business people and others—most with college-level or higher training… Read More →