Biography: Chanticleer is the only independent full-time classical vocal ensemble in the United States. Since its inception in 1978, it has developed an excellent reputation for its interpretation of music from many genres, and its bell-like sound has set a new ensemble standard.
In 17th and 18th century New England, transplanted Englishmen like Daniel Read, Abraham Wood, and especially William Billings were composing beautiful but rough-hewn and distinctly American vocal music ...Read full review