Kantorei, (pronounced kahn-to-rye) whose membership consists of professional and student musicians, is a Missouri non-profit organization in the process of becoming a 501c3. We are dedicated to educating audiences of all ages in music from the Medieval pe...  moreKantorei, (pronounced kahn-to-rye) whose membership consists of professional and student musicians, is a Missouri non-profit organization in the process of becoming a 501c3. We are dedicated to educating audiences of all ages in music from the Medieval period through the 21st century through high quality performances by its professional vocal ensemble, Kantorei Choral Ensemble. Kantorei is largely unconducted which provides a unique connection to the audience, creating an unusually intimate performance and audience experience. Our concerts are all about the voices and the music. A pure listening delight!  less

Kantorei of Kansas City is joining forces with composer Matthew Harris on what promises to be an exciting and dynamic recording project. We will be presenting the bulk of our projected album at our spring concerts on May 18th and 19th. Matthew Harris's...  moreKantorei of Kansas City is joining forces with composer Matthew Harris on what promises to be an exciting and dynamic recording project. We will be presenting the bulk of our projected album at our spring concerts on May 18th and 19th. Matthew Harris's highly popular choral works have been commissioned or premiered by leading choruses such as the Dale Warland Singers, Phoenix Bach Choir, Los Angeles Chamber Singers, Western Wind, and Cantori New York, and sung by countless school and community choirs across America. His A Child's Christmas in Wales, a cantata for chorus and orchestra commissioned by Harmonium, is performed throughout the US and the UK. Mr. Harris studied at The Juilliard School, New England Conservatory and Harvard University. He has taught at Fordham University and Kingsborough College (CUNY) and in 1988 founded Harris Musiciology. He lives and works in New York City. G. Schirmer and C. F. Peters publish his music, and Chandos, Albany, Cedille and CRI Records represent him on disc.  less

Kantorei KC combined here with the Choral Scholars of the Kantorei Summer Choral Institute perform Sixten's moving setting of "Alleluia" at Visitation Catholic Church in KC, MO. Chris Munce - Artistic Director www.KantoreiKC.org/choral-institute

Kantorei Choral Ensemble performing Crux Fidelis by Cesar Alejandro Carrillo live at Visitation Catholic Church in Kansas City. This piece was an audience favorite on our recent "Music of Latin America" concert. Hear more from Kantorei at www.KantoreiKC...  moreKantorei Choral Ensemble performing Crux Fidelis by Cesar Alejandro Carrillo live at Visitation Catholic Church in Kansas City. This piece was an audience favorite on our recent "Music of Latin America" concert. Hear more from Kantorei at www.KantoreiKC.org Chris Munce-Artistic Director  

Kantorei performing Gretchaninov's "Our Father" during a concert in Ciampino, Italy in June 2007.

Kantorei, or singers, formed in 1997 under the leadership of 6 friends who decided to form a choir capable of singing a broad range of a cappella choral music. With the addition of Richard Larson as artistic director and a handful of additional singers, t...  moreKantorei, or singers, formed in 1997 under the leadership of 6 friends who decided to form a choir capable of singing a broad range of a cappella choral music. With the addition of Richard Larson as artistic director and a handful of additional singers, the group quickly found a footing in the cultural fabric of Denver, Colorado. Now entering its 15th full season of performing, the group has expanded into an auditioned ensemble of 54 volunteer singers who meet weekly to rehearse. Many of the singers come from schools with strong choral music programs, such as Augustana, Brigham Young, Concordia, Luther, St. Olaf, Wartburg, and the University of Northern Colorado. Kantorei established itself as one of the nation’s premier choral ensembles after performing as an auditioned choir for the 2003 National American Choral Directors Association Conference at Carnegie Hall in New York City. In June 2007, Kantorei embarked on its first-ever international tour to France and Italy. The tour culminated with the distinct...    less

Kantorei KC with their Choral Scholars June of 2022.

Kantorei performing Healey Willan's "Rise Up My Love," at it's 2nd official concert, "Solomon's Song."

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Kantorei performs "Oh, Shenandoah" arr. Alf Houkom. Recorded live in concert May 22, 2011 at Augustana Lutheran Church in Denver, CO.