Voces8 U.S. Scholars: Wayfaring Stranger

Nur-D has become one of the fastest risers in hip-hop in the Midwest. He has performed on the same stages as some of hip-hop’s biggest acts with a genuine, infectious energy and a passion for giving audiences an unforgettably fun time. We spoke to Nur-D about his love for hip-hop and classical music during his visit to Minnesota Public Radio’s headquarters.

Nur-D has become one of the fastest risers in hip-hop in the Midwest. He has performed on the same stages as some of hip-hop’s biggest acts with a genuine, infectious energy and a passion for giving audiences an unforgettably fun time. We spoke to Nur-D about his love for hip-hop and classical music during his visit to Minnesota Public Radio’s headquarters.

Nur-D has become one of the fastest risers in hip-hop in the Midwest. He has performed on the same stages as some of hip-hop’s biggest acts with a genuine, infectious energy and a passion for giving audiences an unforgettably fun time. We spoke to Nur-D about his love for hip-hop and classical music during his visit to Minnesota Public Radio’s headquarters.

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Nur-D has become one of the fastest risers in hip-hop in the Midwest. He has performed on the same stages as some of hip-hop’s biggest acts with a genuine, infectious energy and a passion for giving audiences an unforgettably fun time. We spoke to Nur-D about his love for hip-hop and classical music during his visit to Minnesota Public Radio’s headquarters.

The combined forces of Voces8 and the Voces8 U.S. Scholars perform Orlando Gibbons' classic “O Clap Your Hands” — recorded exclusively at the flagship studios of Minnesota Public Radio. It was such a treat to collaborate with these fabulous singers. Enjoy!

The Voces8 U.S. Scholars, the U.S.-based training ensemble of the acclaimed British vocal group Voces8, perform Paul Smith’s arrangement of the traditional song “The Wayfaring Stranger” — recorded exclusively for Minnesota Public Radio at its flagship studio in St. Paul.

The Voces8 U.S. Scholars, the U.S.-based training ensemble of the acclaimed British vocal group Voces8, perform Melissa Dunphy’s exquisite “O Oriens” — recorded exclusively for Minnesota Public Radio at its flagship studio in St. Paul.