The Philadelphia Singers

The Philadelphia Singers, a 32-voice fully professional choral ensemble, engages and inspires audiences in the Philadelphia region wtih compelling concert experiences. The Singers has a special commitment to preserve and strengthen America's rich choral heritage through performances, commissions and music education. Founded in 1972 by Michael Korn, The Singers is now under the dynamic leadership of Music Director and Conductor David Hayes. For nearly 40 years, The Singers has contributed to the City of Philadelphia's vibrant cultural community through presenting choral music of the highest caliber, meaningful education and community programs and significant collaborations with local, national and internationally recognized performing arts organizations. In 2001, The Philadelphia Singers Chorale was named the resident chorus of the Philadelphia Orchestra, the first time in the Philadelphia Orchestra's history that a chorus has received this distinction. Maestro Wolfgang Sawallisch, Conductor Laureate of the Philadelphia Orchestra, hails The Singers as "one of the musical treasures of Philadelphia."