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Welcome to the Mendelssohn Glee Club of New York
*Just Posted: The recording of the Annual Winter Concert, A Celebration of Freedom and Joy (click to listen)
A call to join us
Since 1866, the Mendelssohn Glee Club has been a home for choral excellence. As we prepare for a landmark performance this May, celebrating the United States’ 250th birthday, we are looking for new voices to join our historic ranks.
We are currently seeking:
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Tenors
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Baritones
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Basses
How you can help: We know our best recruits often come from our own community. If you are interested, follow the link below, or if you know a talented singer—a friend, colleague, or family member—please forward a link to our site to them or put us in touch!
It is a unique opportunity to join a 160-year tradition and perform on a grand scale for the nation's semiquincentennial. Interested singers can find more information or schedule an audition at:
https://www.mgcnyc.org/ready-to-sing-audition
Thank you for helping us keep the music playing!
Best regards,
The Mendelssohn Glee Club
Since 1866, the Mendelssohn Glee Club has been a cornerstone of American music, proudly holding the title of the oldest surviving independent musical group in the United States, after the New York Philharmonic. We are an all-male chorus dedicated to preserving and performing a diverse repertoire of male choral music—from classical masterpieces to vibrant contemporary works. Each concert is a celebration of vocal harmony, camaraderie, and our enduring legacy. Experience the Tradition. Hear the Harmony. Support the Legacy.
The Mendelssohn Glee Club Sings the National Anthem for The New York Mets
See the Mendelssohn Glee Club performing the National Anthem at major New York sporting events like Yankee Stadium. Our annual tradition includes singing for the Yankees, Mets, and the Brooklyn Cyclones, concluding with the iconic "Goodbye My Coney Island Baby." These popular club outings, especially to Coney Island and Nathan's Famous, are fantastic opportunities for camaraderie and fun!
Join us!
Experience the power of men's voices in harmony. We typically offer two free public concerts annually (in May and December) and welcome new singers.
(Get to know our members
click here)
Contact conductor Gene Wisoff
917-916-1959 or Click here
Support Our Mission
Donations help to defray the costs of the professionals in the group, conductor and accompanist, help rent rehearsal and performance spaces, and most importantly donations help keep performances free
Lend a Hand
The club always needs volunteers to staff our welcome desk at concerts, run auctions, collect advertisements from businesses for our concert program, and help serve at our champagne receptions.
Upcoming Events
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