Our Goal:

Harmony.

We have served the Syracuse community with excellent choral performances
and programming since 1973.

Stay tuned for more information about our upcoming concert: Gatherings

Gatherings will highlight many major life events for which we come together, observe and celebrate in music. From funeral sentences by Henry Purcell, a Handel Coronation Anthem, to Daniel Pinkham's Wedding Cantata and more, these performances will bring us together and help us to recognize the power of music in our lives.

Performances:

Saturday, April. 12 at 7:30pm at Park Central Presbyterian Church 504 E. Fayette Street, Syracuse

Sunday, April 13. at 3:00pm at Saint Peter's Church 12 Mill Street in Cazenovia

This project is made possible with funds from the Gladys Krieble Delmas Foundation and the Tier Three Project Support program, a regrant program of the County of Onondaga with the support of the County Executive and administered by CNY Arts.

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Stand Music — Our Mission

• To nurture a widespread appreciation for the art of chamber choral singing by performing consistently innovative and outstanding choral programs
• To provide an opportunity for exceptional local singers to demonstrate their skills and artistry in an ensemble setting
• To enhance the reputation and cultural resources of Central New York
• To offer outreach to younger singers of the greater-Syracuse community by encouraging their continued musical and vocal development
• To engage in the activity of choral singing for its intrinsic worth as an art form

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“SVE gave a remarkable performance and the mundane concerns of life were transcended…the audience held its collective breath, hesitating, unwilling to disturb the intensity of the experience.”

-Linda Loomis, Syracuse Post Standard

“I have been a heartfelt fan of Syracuse Vocal Ensemble for many years. Every single concert by this fabulous group of singers has been musically engaging, and often deeply moving…I keep coming back to hear great music superbly sung.”

-Kevin Moore, pianist

“[SVE’s concert] was, simply put, the finest choral performance I have ever heard in person.”

-Crystal LaPoint, composer

50+

Years of performing

The Syracuse Vocal Ensemble was
established in 1973, and has pursued
musical excellence for over 50 years.

9+

Directors have served

Since its inception, the SVE has had
the pleasure of being under the
direction of nine talented directors.

200+

Musical Selections Available

The SVE has a repertoire that consists
of over 200 pieces, with many available
for lending.

Upcoming Events

Events

7:30 PM – 8:30 PM19:30 – 20:307:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Gatherings

7:30 PM – 8:30 PM19:30 – 20:307:30 PM – 8:30 PM

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM15:00 – 16:003:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Gatherings

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM15:00 – 16:003:00 PM – 4:00 PM

“The music filled the space with incredible blend and rich, warm harmonies...It was a truly stunning reading of these lesser performed gems.”

Abel Searor, Syracuse Post Standard / Read Full Article

Get Involved

There are several ways to support the mission of the Syracuse Vocal Ensemble!

Join The SVE

If you’re interested in becoming a member of the SVE, send us an email! Auditions are held annually in August, and we will make sure to reach out to you.

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