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VocalEssence is a renowned vocal ensemble based in Minneapolis, MN, dedicated to the power of singing together to foster community, inspire creativity, and affirm the value of all individuals. Led by conductor G. Phillip Shoultz, III, VocalEssence brings together talented singers and collaborates with esteemed artists to create captivating concerts and events that celebrate Black excellence, renew hope, and explore the beauty of human connections. With a commitment to advancing inclusion, access, and equity, VocalEssence offers a range of learning and engagement programs, contests, and awards, as well as commissioning and recording opportunities. Through their music, VocalEssence aims to nurture community, expand the influence of choral music, and use the power of singing as a force for positive change.Generated from the website

The Minnesota Chorale, founded in 1972 and currently led by artistic director Kathy Saltzman Romey, is recognized as the Principal Chorus of the Minnesota Orchestra and is among the most prestigious professional choruses in the United States. With a commitment to community engagement, the Chorale offers diverse programs, including its award-winning Bridges initiatives, and provides choral opportunities for singers aged 8 to 80 through various ensembles. In addition to its main chorus, the Minnesota Chorale runs the Minneapolis Youth Chorus, which serves students in grades 6 through 8, and the Prelude Choir for younger children, ensuring a nurturing environment for musical development. The organization also partners with the MacPhail Center for Music through its Voices of Experience program, which empowers mature singers and enriches the community through song. Generated from the website