VAE aims to present exquisite evenings of music, appealing to both the discerning musician and the casual music lover. Incorporating visuals and storytelling into their themed programs, VAE connects with other artistic enterprises to celebrate the elegance of Renaissance madrigals, tonal color of modern works, and exotic flavor of music from other cultures.
VAE has been recognized nationally for its work, winning the 2012 American Prize for Creative Programming and Collaboration for featuring a capella choral pieces aside intimate instrumentals and mesmerizing dance. The ensemble toured Ireland in 2010, England and Scotland in 2014, Pennsylvania, New York, and Toronto, Canada in 2016, and Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary in 2018. They also performed in half of the concerts at the inaugural 2014 SacSings! choral festival in Sacramento, and in each of the festivals in 2015 and 2016.
Renaissance, modern, and ethnic choral music, with a creative, visual dramatic element.