Essential Voices USA

Essential Voices USA is a dynamic professional choir based in New York City, celebrated for its vibrant performances and commitment to uplifting choral music. Founded and led by acclaimed conductor Judith Clurman, the ensemble brings together top-tier vocalists to explore a diverse repertoire, ranging from fresh takes on holiday classics like *Silent Night (Arr. J. Clurman & T. Firth)* to ambitious contemporary works such as *Washington Women: A Choral Cycle*. Their releases, including *America at Heart* and *Remember, Revere, Rejoice*, often highlight themes of unity, heritage, and social consciousness, blending traditional choral richness with modern relevance.

Known for collaborations with major orchestras and composers, Essential Voices USA has also championed new music, like Shawn Crouch’s *The Tracery of Lights*, while maintaining a knack for heartfelt community-driven projects such as *May You Heal*. Whether performing at Lincoln Center or recording genre-blurring albums like *Listen to the World*, the group embodies warmth and inclusivity, making choral music feel both timeless and urgently present. Their Grammy-nominated artistry and emphasis on storytelling through harmony have solidified their reputation as a choir that sings not just with precision, but with purpose.

Genres

Choral

Pop

Folk

Classical

Jazz

World

Gospel

Contemporary Music

Holiday

Sacred

Related Artists

Chanticleer

Conspirare

The Tallis Scholars

The Sixteen

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Seraphic Fire

Polyphony

Phoenix Chorale

Los Angeles Master Chorale

Collegium Vocale Gent

The Crossing

Cantus

Latest Release

Listen to the World

Judith Clurman•

Essential Voices USA

Single - Released April 4, 2025