About Quire cleveland
Quire Cleveland: Bringing Early Music to Life
Quire Cleveland is a professional early music vocal ensemble based in Cleveland, Ohio. Founded in 2008, Quire is led by Artistic Director, Dr. Jay White. The group specializes in the performance of sacred and secular music from the Middle Ages through the Baroque era.
With a mission to bring early music to life for modern audiences, Quire Cleveland has become one of the most respected ensembles of its kind in the United States. The group's performances are known for their authenticity and emotional depth, as well as their technical excellence.
One of Quire's unique strengths is its commitment to performing works that have been overlooked or forgotten over time. By delving into lesser-known repertoire and bringing it back to life with passion and skill, Quire has earned a reputation as an innovative force in early music performance.
In addition to its regular concert series in Cleveland and other cities throughout Ohio, Quire also collaborates with other arts organizations on special projects. Recent collaborations have included performances with Les Délices (a Baroque ensemble based in Cleveland), Apollo's Fire (a renowned Baroque orchestra), and Blue Heron (an acclaimed vocal ensemble specializing in Renaissance polyphony).
Quire's recordings have received critical acclaim from publications such as Gramophone Magazine and American Record Guide. The group's most recent album, "Carols for Quire from the Old & New Worlds," features Christmas carols from England, France, Spain, Mexico, Peru, Bolivia and Ecuador.
Quire also places a strong emphasis on education and outreach. Through workshops for singers of all ages and levels of experience; lectures on historical performance practice; school programs; pre-concert talks; masterclasses; open rehearsals; community sing-alongs; radio broadcasts; podcasts; blogs; social media posts - they aim at spreading awareness about early music among people who might not otherwise encounter it.
Overall, Quire Cleveland is a vital and dynamic force in the world of early music. With its commitment to authenticity, innovation, and education, the group is helping to keep this rich musical tradition alive for generations to come.