Yale Schola Cantorum

**Yale Schola Cantorum** is Yale University’s premier chamber choir, blending scholarly rigor with world-class artistry. Founded in 2003 under the guidance of conductor David Hill and later led by Masaaki Suzuki (of Bach Collegium Japan fame), this ensemble specializes in sacred music spanning the Renaissance to modern eras, often spotlighting overlooked gems alongside masterworks. They’re closely tied to Yale’s Institute of Sacred Music and School of Music, where students and professionals collaborate to breathe life into everything from Palestrina’s polyphony to Brahms’ *Requiem* (they’ve even performed chamber-orchestra versions!).

Known for their pristine recordings and adventurous programming, the group tours globally while maintaining deep roots in New Haven’s academic community. Recent projects, like Amy Beach’s *Canticle of the Sun* or Judith Weir’s *In the Land of Uz*, showcase their knack for balancing reverence with fresh interpretations. Whether they’re reviving Biber’s Baroque vespers or diving into Fauré’s serene sacred works, Yale Schola Cantorum treats every note as both a historical artifact and a living conversation.

Genres

Choral

Classical

Contemporary Classical

Baroque

Renaissance

A Cappella

Sacred

Liturgical

Oratorio

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The King's Singers

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Latest Release

Beach: The Canticle of the Sun, Op. 123: I. O Most High

Amy Beach•

Yale Schola Cantorum•

David Hill

Single - Released May 16, 2025