Edvard Grieg Kor
Edvard Grieg Kor is a leading 8-part a cappella ensemble, with performances throughout Norway and abroad. The chief conductor seasons 2021/24 is Edward Gardner.
The Norwegian vocal ensemble Edvard Grieg Kor displays versatility across all musical genres. They perform regularly with Bergen Philharmonic Orchestra and also form the core of the Chorus for Bergen National Opera.
Edvard Grieg Vocal Ensemble consists of eight singers and forms the core of Edvard Grieg Choir. They are rapidly gaining a reputation as a leading 8-part a cappella ensemble, with performances throughout Norway and abroad. They have had numerous works and arrangements written specially for them by leading composers including Jonathan Rathbone and David Lang.
In addition to their busy performing schedule, Edvard Grieg Kor is dedicated to encouraging a cappella singing to the highest level across all age groups through their education program for schools and kindergartens, and also through their innovative Møt Koret scheme for amateur choirs and ensembles.
November 2021 it was announced that Edward Gardner will be the chief conductor for the next three seasons. Gardner will lead at least 2 concert productions each season in the period 2021-2024, where the repertoire and program will be prepared by Gardner in collaboration with EGK’s artistic team. Some of the concerts will be included in Bergen Philharmonic Orchestra’s concert season programming.
More information on the homepage: Edvard Grieg Kor.
Updated August 2022
