The West Village Chorale Summer Sings, begun in 1972, provide a musical treat for New Yorkers. Under the batons of leading local choral-group conductors, with music scores provided, choral music enthusiasts can participate in the singing of great choral masterpieces in the historic—and air-conditioned—Judson Memorial Church. These Sings have been noted for their friendly, informal atmosphere and high quality of musical performance. Our rehearsal format gives participants, amateur and experienced singer alike, a closer look at these monumental choral works. Solos are sometimes sung by guest artists, audience members or entire sections. Participants have an opportunity to meet the conductor and to discuss the evening’s work at the intermission, during which light refreshments are served.
A musical journey will be led by WVC Artistic Director Malcolm J. Merriweather and the Chorale’s former Artistic Director Michael Conley, and is being coordinated by ACFEA, the tour professionals who arranged our fantastic 2014 concert tour of Croatia.
The itinerary includes stops in Athens, Mycenae, Nauplion, Epidauros, and the Islands of Syros and Tinos. Click here to see our itinerary.
The tour program will feature Antonio Vivaldi’s iconic Gloria, along with selected a cappella and accompanied nationalistic music promoting religious, social, and political harmony around the world. The program highlights the compositions of four outstanding living American composers: André J. Thomas, Gregg Smith, Gwyneth Walker, and David Hurd.
Voices of Haiti joins Andrea Bocelli for the opening concert for the Lincoln Center Global Exchange at Alice Tully Hall. This event is by invitation only.
| Haitian National Anthem | La Dessalinienne | ||
| Traditional | Peze café | ||
| Schubert | Ave Maria | ||
| Traditional | Amazing Grace | ||
| Piovani | Life Is Beautiful | ||
Voices of Haiti performs at the Childhood Foundation Gala.
Voices of Haiti performs for the closing session of the Lincoln Center Global Exchange. This event is by invitation only.
Voices of Haiti performs for The Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) of the United Nations. This body is the central platform for reflection, debate, and innovative thinking on sustainable development. There presentation will take place during the Childhood Foundation Conference. This event is by invitation only.
Sing with the choir as they present a Messiah Sing in James Chapel at Union Theological Seminary and usher in the festive season.
Voices of Haiti performs at the closing gala of the Clinton Global Initiative Annual Meeting.
Gregg Smith, the renowned composer and conductor passed away on July 12, 2016. Smith, a winner of three Grammy Awards, directed the Gregg Smith Singers for more than fifty years with international recognition and acclaim. He worked very closely with Igor Stravinsky and is closely associated with recording and performing the music of Heinrich Schütz, Giovanni Gabrieli, and Charles Ives.
Gregg Smith was a prolific composer himself but championed the works of dozens of contemporary composers throughout his career. The memorial service will feature former members of the Gregg Smith Singers, Long Island Symphonic Choral Association (LISCA), and the Choir of Saint Peter’s Church.
Dennis Keene, organist and conductor
Balint Karosi, organist
Thomas Schmidt, conductor and pianist
