VocalEssence WITNESS guest artist Melanie DeMore was featured on Steele Talkin’ with Jearlyn Steele January 1 to talk about her work on the Lullaby Project. Check out the interview below.… Read More →
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OdXWDz7J6F4&feature=youtu.be Imagine a moment in time when a Gertrude Stein opera so roused the public that it became the longest running opera in the history of Broadway. An opera so… Read More →
Storyteller Garrison Keillor and conductor Philip Brunelle lead a harmonious celebration of all things Thanksgiving with the melodious voices of the VocalEssence Chorus & Ensemble Singers and their special guests,… Read More →
1969 Philip Brunelle founds the Plymouth Church Music Series. 1970 Aaron Copland conducts a performance of his choral works aptly titled “In the Beginning.” 1973 Dominick Argento composes Jonah and… Read More →
Our staff is small but mighty. A combination of well-known leaders in the music industry, experts in non-profit management, and administrative dynamos, we ensure VocalEssence lives up to its reputation… Read More →
The VocalEssence name is synonymous with excellence in choral performance. Internationally, our choruses are recognized for their flawless sound, innovative programming, and commitment to today’s composers. Closer to home, our… Read More →
VocalEssence Learning & Engagement programs are specifically designed for people ages 0-100+ to connect, create, and learn across cultures. In each of our programs, we: Connect people with renowned choral… Read More →
Whether you are an experienced composer, a singer-songwriter interested in writing choral music, or a high school choir director who embraces the importance of creativity in programming, VocalEssence wants to engage… Read More →
VocalEssence has championed new music and unearthed forgotten gems to discover wonderful music that often goes unheard. Since our inception in 1969 through 2025, we have commissioned 312 new works… Read More →
Attending a VocalEssence event has been described as “invigorating,” “inspiring,” and “transcendent.” And, that’s because behind every exciting concert and class is a commitment to harness the power of singing… Read More →
By Rob Hubbard Anyone who has lost a child knows that the pain and grief are too overwhelming for words or music. So English composer Jonathan Dove took on an… Read More →
