Beyond Notes, Beyond Borders
San Francisco Bay Area's 21V is an innovative ensemble of soprano and alto voices, all genders united, singing the stories of the 21st century Americas. Founded by Martín Benvenuto, we weave modern melodies from North, South, and Central America.
We don't just perform, we redefine. Forget predictable harmonies and dusty scores. We embrace the bold and the unexpected, rethinking existing boundaries and assumptions – both artistically and socially.
We raise the torch for a new generation. We believe that choral artistry isn't a relic of the past, but a catalyst for change. Every concert is an invitation, a vibrant canvas for awareness and advocacy for music of the underrepresented American continent.
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Mission
A catalyst for change through a new choral sound, 21V is a select ensemble of soprano and alto voices of all gender identities that performs 21st century music of the Americas.
Vision
21V aims to be a ‘house of ideas’ that opens up unexplored spaces of artistic expression, and a ‘house of belonging’ that expands interconnectedness.
Values
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Vitality: fosters deep engagement with its singers and community through socially engaged programming
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Vibrancy: brings to the forefront art music from North, Central, and South America written after the year 2000
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Vanguard: stretches artistic boundaries and ignites innovation
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Vocal: advances and advocates for gender inclusivity and racial justice in all its endeavors
Founder & Artistic Director
Martín Benvenuto
About the Artistic Director
Martín Benvenuto (he/him) is one of the leading choir conductors in the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond. A native of Buenos Aires, Argentina, Benvenuto is the Founder and Artistic Director of 21V, a Bay Area professional ensemble of soprano and alto voices of all gender identities with a focus on music of the 21st century of the Americas. He has served as Artistic Director of the Peninsula Women's Chorus (PWC), WomenSing (WS), and the Contra Costa Children's Chorus, has been on the faculty of the Piedmont East Bay Children's Choir, and is currently serving as the Artistic Director of the Young Women's Choral Projects of San Francisco. Dr. Benvenuto is active as a clinician, panelist, and guest conductor at home and abroad.
Recognized for his exacting technique, and a passion for drawing the finest choral tone, Benvenuto's repertoire is extensive. He holds a D.M.A. in choral conducting from Boston University, master's degrees from Westminster Choir College, and undergraduate degrees from the Universidad Católica Argentina.
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About the 21V In-Person Singers
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About the 21V Virtual Singers
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