The Wesleyan Singers relish the joy of singing in harmony, refining their vocal and choral technique, and being challenged by choral masterpieces for chamber vocal ensembles.
As in most liberal arts colleges, the ensemble includes students majoring in a variety of subject areas including mathematics, computer science, recreation and leisure, elementary education, and theater, as well as several who have chosen music as their life's work.
As the principal performance troupe of the College, the Singers are in constant demand as guest performers for special campus events and throughout the Hampton Roads region. Annual January tours have taken them up and down the east coast, from Key West to NYC, with concerts in such disparate venues as Walt Disney World and St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York City.
The group's two CDs, The Wesleyan Singers on Tour and Live at the Hofheimer, feature a varied repertory similar to that heard in their acclaimed performances. (hear samples below)
Dr. David Clayton, Conductor
Dr.David Clayton, conductor of the Wesleyan Singers and the VWC College Choir, is a native of Tennessee and holds a doctorate from Florida State University. His career has focused on developing vocal and choral skills in amateurs while balancing performance with musical education in a liberal arts setting.
George Stone, the ensemble's accompanist, is a Virginia native with degrees from East Carolina University. In addition to accompanying the Wesleyan Singers, Stone also accompanies the VWC College Choir and teaches applied piano at Virginia Wesleyan. He also serves as staff accompanist at Western Branch High School, Chesapeake VA, and pianist at Centenary Methodist Church in Portsmouth.
Listen to The Wesleyan Singers
Sing Unto Godby Paul Fetler |
Ave Mariaby Tomas Luis de Victoria |
Programs
» The Wesleyan Singers 2007
Program [PDF]
» The Wesleyan Singers 2006 Program [PDF]