Westminster Symphonic Choir

**Westminster Symphonic Choir** is a powerhouse in the classical choral world, known for its jaw-dropping performances of epic symphonic works. Founded in 1920 as part of Westminster Choir College (now part of Rider University in New Jersey), this ensemble isn’t just a choir—it’s a training ground for top-tier vocalists and choral conductors. Over the decades, they’ve become the go-to chorus for legendary orchestras like the New York Philharmonic and The Philadelphia Orchestra, collaborating with maestros like Leonard Bernstein, Riccardo Muti, and Yannick Nézet-Séguin.

Specializing in big, bold repertoire, the choir’s recent live recordings—like Mahler’s “Symphony of a Thousand” and Beethoven’s Ninth—showcase their ability to blend thunderous power with delicate precision. Whether tackling Messiaen’s spiritually complex works or the triumphant finale of Beethoven’s “Choral” Symphony, they bring academic rigor and raw emotional energy to every performance. Fun fact: If you’ve heard a iconic choral-orchestral recording from the last century, there’s a good chance this choir’s lush harmonies are in the mix!

Genres

Opera

Requiem

Choral

Latest Release

Mahler: Symphony No. 8 in E-Flat Major - "Symphony of a Thousand" / Pt. 2: "Alles Vergängliche" (Live)

Gustav Mahler•

The American Boychoir•

Westminster Symphonic Choir•

Philadelphia Orchestra•

Yannick Nézet-Séguin

Single - Released December 13, 2019