Role

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Ensemble

Genre

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Choral

 

The Brigham Young University Singers is a renowned classical music ensemble that has been captivating audiences with their exceptional performances for over 30 years. The group was founded in 1984 by Ronald Staheli, a professor of music at Brigham Young University (BYU), and has since become one of the most respected choral groups in the world. The BYU Singers was born out of a desire to create a world-class choral ensemble that would represent the university and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on a global stage. The group is made up of 40-45 auditioned singers, all of whom are students at BYU. The singers come from a variety of academic disciplines, but all share a passion for music and a commitment to excellence. Under the direction of Ronald Staheli, the BYU Singers quickly established themselves as a force to be reckoned with in the world of choral music. The group's first major performance was in 1985, when they were invited to perform at the American Choral Directors Association (ACDA) national convention in Salt Lake City. The performance was a resounding success, and the BYU Singers were soon in high demand for concerts and festivals around the world. Over the years, the BYU Singers have performed in some of the most prestigious concert halls and music festivals in the world. They have performed at Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center, the Sydney Opera House, and the Vatican, among many others. They have also been invited to perform at numerous ACDA and National Association for Music Education (NAfME) conventions, where they have received standing ovations and rave reviews from audiences and critics alike. One of the highlights of the BYU Singers' career came in 1993, when they won the Grand Prix at the Florilège Vocal de Tours, one of the most prestigious choral competitions in the world. The competition, held annually in Tours, France, attracts choirs from around the world who compete for the top prize. The BYU Singers' performance was hailed as "a revelation" by the judges, who praised their "perfect intonation, impeccable phrasing, and stunning musicality." The BYU Singers have also been recognized for their recordings, which have received critical acclaim and numerous awards. Their album "Eric Whitacre: Choral Music" won the Grammy Award for Best Choral Performance in 2012, and their album "Songs of the Soul" was nominated for the same award in 2016. The group has also won multiple awards from the International Federation for Choral Music and the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers (ASCAP). Despite their many accolades and achievements, the BYU Singers remain committed to their mission of sharing their love of music with audiences around the world. They continue to tour extensively, performing in churches, concert halls, and festivals in the United States and abroad. They also collaborate with other musicians and ensembles, including the Mormon Tabernacle Choir, the Utah Symphony, and the King's Singers. The BYU Singers' repertoire is diverse and eclectic, ranging from Renaissance motets to contemporary works by living composers. They are known for their impeccable intonation, precise phrasing, and stunning musicality, which have earned them a reputation as one of the finest choral ensembles in the world. Their performances are often described as transcendent, with audiences and critics alike praising their ability to transport listeners to another realm through the power of music.

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