Vince Peterson

Founding Director at Choral Chameleon

Vince Peterson is a prominent choral conductor, composer, arranger, and music educator based in the United States. He is best known as the Founding Artistic Director of Choral Chameleon, a vocal ensemble he established in 2008, which is recognized for its innovative and interdisciplinary approach to choral music.1 2

Career Highlights

Choral Chameleon: Under Peterson's direction, the ensemble has gained acclaim for presenting nearly 300 premieres of new choral and theater works over the past 15 years. The group explores themes of change and has been involved in various artistic collaborations.2 3
Empire City Men’s Chorus: Since 2014, Peterson has served as the Artistic Director of this ensemble, leading it through significant milestones such as its 25th Anniversary Season.1 2
Compositions and Arrangements: He has received multiple commissions from the Grammy Award-winning ensemble Chanticleer, with several of his works becoming staples for choirs across the U.S..1 2 His compositions have been performed in prestigious venues including Carnegie Hall and the Chicago Symphony Hall.1

Education and Awards

Peterson holds a BMus in Composition from the San Francisco Conservatory of Music, a Double MM in Composition and Choral Conducting from Mannes College of Music, and a DMA from Shenandoah University. He has been recognized with several awards, including the ASCAP/Chorus America Award for Adventurous Programming and the Louis Botto Award for Innovative Action and Entrepreneurial Zeal.1 2

Influence and Recognition

Described by The New York Times as "authoritative beyond his years," Peterson is noted for his ability to blend spiritual and secular themes in his performances. He is also recognized for mentoring numerous musicians globally, contributing significantly to the choral music landscape.1 2

For more detailed insights into his work, you can find him on LinkedIn under the username maestrovince.4