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Pioneer Press: VocalEssence Will Perform with the Rolling Stones

Mick Jagger, from left, Ronnie Wood, Charlie Watts and Keith Richards of the Rolling Stones perform to a sold-out crowd during the kickoff concert of their 15-city North American stadium, ZIP CODE tour, in San Diego on May 24, 2015. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for TDF Productions) Pioneer Press Posted:   05/27/2015 12:01:00 AM…  Read More →

CBSLocal: Minnesota Choir Joining Rolling Stones Onstage

Jennifer Mayerle MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) – A Minnesota choir will step on stage next week with the World’s Greatest Rock and Roll band. VocalEssence was asked to join the Rolling Stones for their Minneapolis stop at TCF Bank Stadium. The group found out a month ago, but was sworn to secrecy until Wednesday. “It’s wonderful,” VocalEssence founder and…  Read More →

G. Phillip Shoultz, III

Associate Artistic Director phone 612-547-1453 fax 612-547-1484 gps@vocalessence.org Known for fostering community and inspiring action among people of all ages and abilities, G. Phillip Shoultz, III, enjoys a multifaceted career as artist, educator, consultant, speaker and pastoral musician. Phillip is the associate artistic director of VocalEssence where his most visible impact is seen through his…  Read More →

Dance Like the Wind: Music of Today’s Black Composers

Thought-provoking and moving music by eight modern composers spans the range of expression from solo cello to chorus, from jazz ensemble to woodwind quintet. Anthony Elliott, cello; Yolanda Williams, Dan Dressen, Maria Jette, soloists; VocalEssence Ensemble Singers and Chorus with orchestra; Philip Brunelle, conductor. “Beautifully sung with fine choral balance.” —Gramophone

VocalEssence Ensemble Singers

The Oxford Times (UK) has declared that the VocalEssence Ensemble Singers “have a blend that could—and should—be the envy of every choir in the business.” Founded in 1991, the Ensemble Singers are acclaimed for their “superbly blended sound” (Birmingham Post, UK) and “exemplary technique” (Minneapolis Star Tribune). Lauded by the Times of London as “polished, bright…  Read More →

VocalEssence Chorus

Hailed by the Minneapolis Star Tribune as “singing impeccably, making even the most complex harmonies sound transparent” and performing with “consummate professionalism,” the VocalEssence Chorus is an exceptional group of talented, committed singers from many walks of life. Equally at ease sharing the stage with famous guest artists such as Dessa and Sweet Honey In The…  Read More →

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Permissions & Copyright The written and visual contents of the VocalEssence blog, including illustrations, are protected by copyright. Except for translations, you may not reproduce VocalEssence articles online or in print without first obtaining written permission. Please contact VocalEssence to obtain written consent. Once you receive permission, contact us let us know where and when…  Read More →

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Philip Brunelle

Artistic Director and Founder phone 612-547-1451 fax 612-547-1484 philip@vocalessence.org Philip Brunelle, artistic director and founder of VocalEssence, is an internationally renowned conductor, choral scholar and visionary. He has made his lifelong mission the promotion of the choral art in all its forms, especially rarely heard works of the past and outstanding new music. Under his…  Read More →

Star Tribune Review: Bach’s B Minor Mass needs no adornment

VocalEssence’s thrilling reading was paired with filmmaker Bastian Cleve’s life’s work, a mixed blessing. Article by WILLIAM RANDALL BEARD, Special to the Star Tribune Updated: April 10, 2011 – 6:00 PM  In our increasingly media-dominated world, classical musicians are increasingly trying to find new ways to engage this audience. The new Gehry Concert Hall in…  Read More →