Founded in 2000 by Dr. Elroy Friesen, Prairie Voices is an award-winning choir of 18-25 year-old singers. Currently led by Katie Donnelly, past directors have included Dr. Elroy Friesen, Kristel Peters, Nathan Poole, Vic Pankratz, GiUng Lee, and Philip Lapatha. Prairie Voices performs in their own concert series, is a regular guest of the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra, and has recorded 6 CDs (including one as guest choir with the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra).
While placing an emphasis on performing the music of Canadian and Manitoban composers, Prairie Voices also loves to perform innovative contemporary choral music from all over the world. The choir uses energy, expressiveness and movement to connect avant-garde composition with a popular audience. Prairie Voices is known for their passionate style of performance, which combines exceptional vocals with engaging presentation to provide the ultimate choral experience.
Prairie Voices has performed around the world, bringing their unique touch to a diverse repertoire. Working with choral legends such as R. Murray Schafer, Stephen Hatfield and vocal superstars Rajaton, Prairie Voices has managed to grow as an organization while still remaining true to their Canadian roots.
Artistic Staff
Katie Donnelly
Artistic Director
Madly Friesen
Assistant Director
Choristers
Soprano
Ava Campbell-Enns
Helena Czaykowski
Dale Finney
Kai Hildebrand
Haley Humphreys
Johanna Klassen
Jordan Kroeker
Myles Lacerna
Katrina Lengsavath
Julia Norris
Alto
Katie Anderson
Meagan Batacan
Sophie Cabral
Jaimie Edel
Ayla Hamilton
Maria Martin
Lexy Mulligan
Lara Nelson
Delilah Ollinger
Avery Peters
Morgan Sawchyn
Carrie Schulz
Emma Siemens
Tenor
Miguel Carlos
Ty Haywood
Jack Judge
Aaron Preun
Roan Regan
Hawksley Smith
Joel Slater
Piolo Turdanes
Bass
Andrew Bergeron
Russell Greene
Marc Herrera
Isaac Hildebrandt
Cameron Rainbird
Solomon Schlegel
Mike Thiessen
Joel Ulrich
Contact
General Inquiries: info@prairievoices.ca
Artistic Director: katie@prairievoices.ca