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The Thirteen
United States
Registrace 5. 10. 2012
Described as singing "...with striking color and richness..." (Anne Midgette, Washington Post), The Thirteen is an all-star professional choir known for inspired and powerful live performance. Since its founding in 2012, the choir has been at the forefront of bringing invigorating performances to the American choral community in repertoire ranging from the Renaissance to the Romantic, from Bach to Bruckner; and from Gregorian chant to the world premieres of new American composers.
We encourage you, our audience, to enjoy the videos on our page which include single recorded pieces as well as live concert recordings.
For more information about The Thirteen and to purchase tickets to an upcoming concert, please copy and paste the following URL into your Internet browser: TheThirteenChoir.org
We encourage you, our audience, to enjoy the videos on our page which include single recorded pieces as well as live concert recordings.
For more information about The Thirteen and to purchase tickets to an upcoming concert, please copy and paste the following URL into your Internet browser: TheThirteenChoir.org
Apply for the 2025 Vocal Fellows Program!
Apply now to be one of our 2025 Vocal Fellows! Find out more about this fellowship for early career singers from demographics that are significantly underrepresented in our field. www.TheThirteenChoir.org/vocal-fellows-program.
"I had an amazing experience working with The Thirteen! I believe that this ensemble is a pioneer in the field of choral music, creating tangible employment opportunities for singers from diverse backgrounds and actually making it a wholesome and enriching experience. I firmly believe that other similar organizations should definitely be following suit!”
-2024 Vocal Fellow
"I had an amazing experience working with The Thirteen! I believe that this ensemble is a pioneer in the field of choral music, creating tangible employment opportunities for singers from diverse backgrounds and actually making it a wholesome and enriching experience. I firmly believe that other similar organizations should definitely be following suit!”
-2024 Vocal Fellow
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Video
Vocal Fellows Program Reflections
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Artistic Director Matthew Robertson and fellows and mentors from our unique and groundbreaking Vocal Fellows Program reflect on the program's importance and success. © 2024 The Thirteen, all rights reserved.
the dark and marvelous way - Rehearsal Clip
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A clip from The Thirteen's rehearsal of Hilary Purrington's 'the dark and marvelous way'. Beautiful as the Sky is coming up on May 17 - 19 in Alexandria, DC, and Bethesda. © 2024 The Thirteen, all rights reserved.
Monteverdi: The 'Lost' Vespers Preview
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Out May 7th on Acis! Buy your copy today by visiting our website: www.TheThirteenChoir.org © 2024 The Thirteen, all rights reserved.
Hilary Purrington Introduces Her New Work
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Composer Hilary Purrington introduces her new work 'the dark and marvelous way', commissioned by The Thirteen. World Premiere performances coming up in May, 2024! Tickets still available at www.thethirteenchoir.org. © 2024 The Thirteen. All Rights Reserved
Matthew Robertson Invites You To Beautiful As The Sky
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Artistic Director Matthew Robertson invites you to attend our upcoming performances: Beautiful as the Sky. © The Thirteen, 2024. All Rights Reserved
Excerpt of "Nigra sum sed formosa" from Monteverdi: Vespers of 1610 with soloist Michele Kennedy
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Please enjoy this excerpt from our October 2022 performance of Monteverdi: Vespers of 1610 as soloist, Michele Kennedy, performs "Nigra sum sed formosa"
The Thirteen performs Francis Poulenc's "Figure Humaine: La menace sous le ciel rouge"
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The Thirteen performs Francis Poulenc's "Figure Humaine: La menace sous le ciel rouge" Recorded October 20, 2018 Live and unedited www.TheThirteenChoir.org
The Thirteen performs an excerpt of Nathaniel Dett's "O Holy Lord"
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The Thirteen performs an excerpt of Nathaniel Dett's "O Holy Lord"
The Thirteen performs "Gloria in excelcis Deo" by Antonio Vivaldi
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Please enjoy this performance of Antonio Vivaldi's "Gloria in excelcis Deo" from Gloria in D Major! December 2022
The Thirteen - Bach B Minor Mass, "Domine Deus"
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The Thirteen performs "Domino Deus" from the Mass in B Minor by J.S. Bach Performed March 17, 2024 at National City Christian Church, Washington, DC. Featuring Tiana Sorenson (soprano) and Oliver Mercer (tenor)
The Thirteen - Path of Miracles final movement excerpt
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The Thirteen performs an excerpt from the final movement of Joby Talbot's Path of Miracles Performed February 10, 2024 at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church Capitol Hill, DC
The Outer Edge of Youth - 1b. Chorale
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Movement 1b from Scott Ordway's Choral Opera "The Outer Edge of Youth". © 2024 The Thirteen, All Rights Reserved
Kate Jackman Introduces Beautiful As The Sky
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Mezzo soprano Kate Jackman introduces our upcoming performances of Beautiful as the Sky. © 2024 The Thirteen, All Rights Reserved
Soprano Chelsea Helm Introduces Beautiful As The Sky
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Soprano Chelsea Helm introduces Beautiful As The Sky and talks about her love of Francis Poulenc. © 2024 The Thirteen, All Rights Reserved.
Figure Humaine v Riant du ciel et des planètes
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Figure Humaine v Riant du ciel et des planètes
The Thirteen - Bach Magnificat mvt. 1
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The Thirteen - Bach Magnificat mvt. 1
The Thirteen sings "Away in a Manger" arr. Ola Gjeilo. Hannah Baslee, mezzo-soprano
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The Thirteen sings "Away in a Manger" arr. Ola Gjeilo. Hannah Baslee, mezzo-soprano
The Thirteen - I Wonder as I Wander Preview
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The Thirteen - I Wonder as I Wander Preview
Enjoy this exerpt of Beautis vir à7 from Monteverdi's Lost Vespers
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Enjoy this exerpt of Beautis vir à7 from Monteverdi's Lost Vespers
Carrie Krause invites you to join us for our next season "Beautiful As the Sky!"
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Carrie Krause invites you to join us for our next season "Beautiful As the Sky!"
The Thirteen rehearses Maurice Ravels "Trois Chansons: II. Trois beaux oiseaux du Paradis"
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The Thirteen rehearses Maurice Ravels "Trois Chansons: II. Trois beaux oiseaux du Paradis"
The Thirteen performs "Stars" by George Walker
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The Thirteen performs "Stars" by George Walker
The Thirteen Rehearses for Rachmaninoff's "All-Night Vigil"
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The Thirteen Rehearses for Rachmaninoff's "All-Night Vigil"
The Thirteen Performs Trevor Weston's "The Gentlest Thing"
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The Thirteen Performs Trevor Weston's "The Gentlest Thing"
Basso Profundo, Glenn Miller, shares his love for Rachmaninoff’s All Night Vigil!
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Basso Profundo, Glenn Miller, shares his love for Rachmaninoff’s All Night Vigil!
The Thirteen performs an excerpt of Bogoroditse Devo from Rachmaninoff’s Vespers!
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The Thirteen performs an excerpt of Bogoroditse Devo from Rachmaninoff’s Vespers!
Such a large sound for only thirteen people. Very nice.
What church is it?
Hi kate
If I was on my own when I first heard this, I would have Bawled My eyes out. This hit me hard. Thank you. Could I buy a FLAC or WAV recording of this exact performance somewhere please?
Lyrics : Chorus: Do not be afraid, for I have redeemed you. I have called you by your name; you are mine. When you walk through the waters, I'll be with you; you will never sink beneath the waves. When the fire is burning all around you, you will never be consumed by the flames. When the fear of loneliness is looming, then remember I am at your side. When you dwell in the exile of a stranger, remember you are precious in my eyes. You are mine, O my child, I am your Father, and I love you with a perfect love.
Absolutely beautiful can hear every part..currently singing this and we are only having an organ as well
Looking forward to hearing the B Minor Mass March 17. The first time I heard the first chord of it live, I literally felt chills go down my spine!
Amazing performance tonight! What a stunning work
Such beautiful singing makes listening to this a lasting memory.
I was looking for non-symphonic performance and I'm amazed I found you Thirteen. I love it, I cry, my ears burst with delight.
Is this arrnagement commercially available?
Definitely my favourite interpretation of Duruflé's Requiem.
Beautifully done!
Ethereal.
3:26
what shithead did this? there is no way an English speaking person could get a clue as to what this is about. this is about the murder, by sword, of many Jewish toddlers, and infants. IF YOU ARE GOING TO SING THIS, SING IT RIGHT. this is not about your artistic bullshit. this about Matthew 2, YOu f** . this is not about your wonderful musical skill, or the superb voices of your ensemble, this is about the fact that when jesus was born, the enemy did what he always does, scortched earth, murder every possible baby born in the area, recently
What are you ranting about? If anything, you should address the composer, not the ensemble. This is a most beautiful rendition of the Coventry Carol. Get a grip on yourself, and watch your mouth. You have neither culture nor decency.
That’s lower than all the clips I’ve heard so far of him speaking.
Do you mean note-wise or volume-wise?
@@Bravilorprobably in pitch but he does sound a little quiet
Thank you so much, Durufle Requiem is such a beautiful piece, it moves me to tears everytime I hear that piece of music. It is peace for human mankind peace for the world and comfort those who have lost someone. Amen, greetings from the Netherlands
This is truly a fantastic rendering of the Durufle Requiem. How thirteen voices produce such powerful sounds is amazing. The organist is an exceptional artist. Mr. Chu in the Libera me was fantastic. However, the other two soloist I found disappointing. Overall, I doubt there is another performance that can top this one.
Very nice!
Where do you have the Video?
The video will be available on Friday for ticket purchasers! You can still buy tickets on our website www.TheThirteenChoir.org for the livestreamed or in person performances.
Exquisite
The evocative photos match the richness of the music. Thank you.
This is a piece that definitely benefits from a slower tempo, though this is about the limit with the meter.
Try the Polish choir Mus Arietes
My favorite ensemble these days. They are simply flawless!!
Gorgeous
Sense of balance is outstanding. Tender. Passionate. Wonderful.
Brilliant performance by all, including Jeremy ,Thank you for such a great concert true musicality.
Alto in Pie Jesus is marvelous, she takes it very lightly but is absolutely convincing
One of my favorite works! Planning to go tonight. I believe this vocal ornament is known as “The Woody Woodpecker.” ; - )
If I remember correctly, scores and treatises of the time call it a "trillo," but really, what it usually gets called in English is "goat trill." Baa-a-a-a-a-a-ahh !
Yesterday evening I sat alone with my wife of 61 years marriage, and held her hand as she gradually passed away. Lying awake in the small hours afterward, on 'Classic FM' I heard this beautiful piece of choral music. Thankyou to those who created and performed it, from my heart.
Music you love helps to heal the heart.
Music has such a power to comfort. So glad it found you when you most needed it.
Love the countertenor leaning on "afraid". Until now, I was the only one doing that. A little work on diction and a bit less American accent, this almost as good as Voces8. The soprano here has good straight tone like Andrea(V8). Too much vibrato from the soloist, however.
Thank you very much for sharing this video. The musical highlight of this week for me. 🌹
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the most beautiful piece ever written
Devastating. Bravo.
As to the comment of "jaw-jacking," that is the most excellent way of creating the great voal that you've heard. Think of joining a choral ensembe, where you could have a fun and educational time.
What a delight
Absolutely lovely!
They are certainly downplaying the famous final chord. I think the strangeness should be clearly heard. Man’s inability to comprehend the eternal.
Outstanding performance! Sounds like a complete Choir! Glorious Requiem!
Love this. <3
Beautiful. Can you give us more info about the venue and the organ specs? Thanks so much.
This is superior in sonics to any other version I've heard. Such emotion and humanity. Such soul. Thank you so much. I hope you do more and more. In fact, I hope you make quality recording of this genre.
Hi James, thank you for the kind words. We do have a recording of this piece, part of our holiday album "Snow on Snow" available for purchase here: www.thethirteenchoir.org/recordings
I agree this is quite good, but check out Voces8 recording. Pretty awesome.
My all time favorite pieces.