The prestigious Bowling Green State University Men’s Chorus, an American vocal ensemble renowned for the quality and intensity of its performances, will make a stop in Paris for an exceptional concert on Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 6:30 PM in the remarkable setting of the Notre-Dame des Blancs-Manteaux Church.
Led by Dr. Emily Pence Brown and Dr. Richard Schnipke, this ensemble of about fifty singers offers an immersive musical experience where the power of male voices meets the refinement of the international choral repertoire.
More than a concert, tonight offers an invitation to a musical voyage across styles, eras, and cultures. The program will alternate between works from the classical repertoire, contemporary pieces, and traditional songs, giving the audience a moment that is both spectacular, moving, and deeply human.
The rich sonority of a men's choir, the ensemble's musical precision, and the singers' infectious energy promise a concert as moving as it is impressive.
For more than 50 years, the Bowling Green State University Men’s Chorus has brought together passionate students from all disciplines, united by artistic rigor and the joy of singing together. The ensemble has performed at numerous festivals and music conferences and regularly embarks on international tours.
Led by Emily Pence Brown and Richard Schnipke, renowned conductors and educators, they are developing a musical approach that is both rigorous and expressive, lauded across the international choral scene.
The concert will feature pianist CJ Capen, a seasoned musician who has worked with opera academies and vocal ensembles across Europe and the United States.
Welcomed into the unique atmosphere of the Notre-Dame des Blancs-Manteaux church, this concert promises an ideal acoustic to elevate the vocal harmonies and deliver to the audience an immersive sonic experience.
This concert is aimed at both fans of choral music and culture lovers who want to experience a rare musical moment in Paris.
Dates and Opening Time
On May 13, 2026
Starts at 06:30 p.m.
Location
Church of Notre-Dame des Blancs Manteaux
1 Rue de l'Abbé Migné
75004 Paris 4
Access
Metro line 11 "Rambuteau" station or line 1 "Saint-Paul" station
Prices
Free
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Direction: Dr. Emily Pence Brown & Dr. Richard Schnipke
Piano: CJ Capen
Date: Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Time: 6:30 PM
Venue: Notre-Dame des Blancs-Manteaux Church
Address: 12 rue des Blancs-Manteaux, 75004 Paris
Access by public transport:
Metro:
Line 1 – Hôtel de Ville
Line 11 – Rambuteau
Line 8 – Saint-Sébastien-Froissart
Bus: 29 – 75 – 96
Duration: about 1 hour
Free admission
