The Dale Warland Singers were an esteemed American choral ensemble known for their exquisite vocal artistry and innovative programming. Founded in 1972 by conductor and composer Dale Warland, the group quickly established itself as one of the premier chamber choirs in the United States. Based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, the ensemble was composed of 40 professional singers who performed a wide-ranging repertoire, from Renaissance music to contemporary works. The choir was lauded for its pure, finely tuned sound and its commitment to commissioning and performing new choral music, contributing significantly to the expansion of the choral canon.

During its three-decade-long journey, which concluded with a farewell concert in 2004, the Dale Warland Singers released a number of critically acclaimed recordings that showcased their versatility and depth. Among their most recent releases are "Hodie!: Choral Works of Benjamin Britten & Daniel Pinkham," which highlights the choir's proficiency in performing complex 20th-century compositions, and "Rachmaninov: Vespers," a rendition of the deeply spiritual and sonorous All-Night Vigil by Sergei Rachmaninov. The ensemble's discography also includes "December Stillness," capturing the reflective moods of the winter season through a sophisticated choral soundscape, and "Cathedral Classics," an album which reaffirms their mastery in interpreting sacred choral music. Though the Dale Warland Singers have disbanded, their rich legacy continues to resonate through their recordings and the numerous composers and vocal artists they have inspired.

Genres

American Choir

Choral

Latest Release

Hodie!: Choral Works of Benjamin Britten & Daniel Pinkham

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Dale Warland

Album - 26 Tracks - Released November 1, 2019