The Chamber Singers of Southern Virginia University join the Choir of Grace Episcopal Church in Lexington, Virginia for an evening of worship, praise, and reflection. Under the direction of Dr. Benjamin Gaughran, the combined choirs will sing the Preces and Responses by Jack Oades, the Magnificat and Nunc Dimittis in B-flat by Sir Charles Villiers Stanford and other beautiful music. We hope to see you there!

Benjamin is excited to be singing as part of the Interfaith devotional happening in Buena Vista, Virginia.

In a world so full of division and hate, the Men’s Chorus and Bella Voce from Southern Virginia University present a concert filled with music all about love and being kind! Join us in Kimball 200 on the SVU Campus for an evening of uplifting and fun music.

Join the SVU Chamber Singers as they present their winter concert Expressions of Faith: In the Need of Prayer. Under the direction of Dr. Benjamin Gaughran, the Chamber Singers explore themes of adoration, supplication, and reassurance through choral music that invites reflection and hope. Come and join us in the Kimball Center, Room 200 on the SVU Campus.

Benjamin is delighted to be working with The University of Michigan again in their historic collaboration with the New York Philharmonic orchestra. For more information about this exciting run of concerts, click here.

Benjamin is delighted to be working with The University of Michigan again in their historic collaboration with the New York Philharmonic orchestra. For more information about this exciting run of concerts, click here.

Benjamin is delighted to be working with The University of Michigan again in their historic collaboration with the New York Philharmonic orchestra. For more information about this exciting run of concerts, click here.

The Choirs of Southern Virginia University will join together to present the Annual Lessons and Carols service at Trinity United Methodist Church in Lexington, Virginia. This beloved holiday tradition features festive choral music and readings celebrating the Christmas season. Under the direction of Benjamin Gaughran, the program will include performances by the Chamber Singers, Men’s Chorus, and the Combined SVU Choirs.

Ben looks forward to leading a vocal workshop with the Choir of Trinity United Methodist Church in Lexington, Virginia.

Benjamin is honored to serve on the jury for Washington and Lee University’s Concerto-Aria Competition.
This annual event showcases outstanding student musicians in a celebration of artistry, skill, and dedication. Benjamin looks forward to hearing the remarkable talent from Washington and Lee and the surrounding community, and to supporting the next generation of performers. Click here for more information about the competition.

Experience Earth to Heaven, a luminous concert with the SVU Chamber Singers conducted by Benjamin Gaughran. This program weaves together music of grounding and uplift—from Powell and Hagen to Mozart, Brahms, and beyond—drawing listeners on a journey from earth to sky. Set in the stunning Grace Episcopal Church in Lexington, the evening promises beauty, inspiration, and connection.

Southern Virginia University Music Presents ‘Halloween on the Hill’. An annual celebration of music, film, and surprises. Join Benjamin as he conducts the Men’s Chorus and Chamber Singers in some spooky music!

Come and join Ben as he conducts Choral Evensong at Grace Episcopal Church in Lexington, Virginia. Music for the service will span centuries and oceans, from the Renaissance to the Elizabethan era to contemporary music by Joanna Forbes L’Estrange and Arlen Clarke. It promises to be an uplifting evening.

In a world often marked by division and despair, the Men’s Chorus and Bella Voce at Southern Virginia University invite you to join us as we unite in song to celebrate the much-needed virtue of Hope. Under the direction of Dr. Benjamin Gaughran and Dr. Mackenzi Romriell, this concert is dedicated to the members of the Grand Blanc, Michigan Ward of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and their community. We look forward to sharing this evening of music with you.

Celebrate Benjamin Gaughran’s inaugural concert at Southern Virginia University with the SVU Chamber Singers. Centered on the season’s theme, The Light Within, this preview program offers a journey from the timeless lines of Palestrina to the vibrant sounds of William Dawson. Set in an intimate concert setting, the evening promises inspiration, beauty, and joy in song.

Join Benjamin in his farewell concert with the Women’s Chamber Chorus, Ann Arbor. The concert brings together some of the favorite pieces the chorus have performed under Benjamin’s direction. It promises to be a night of fun and good music.

Join Benjamin as he sings and conducts his final concert with the Orpheus Singers at The University of Michigan.

The concert celebrates the many facets of vocal music and the human experience. Themes of beauty, love and joy are explored through various contemporary works including Ralph Vaughan Williams’ iconic Serenade to Music, conducted by Benjamin Gaughran, and Alex Berko’s thought provoking new work You Through Me. Other works by Dale Trombore, Kat Gimon and Ola Gjello make this a sublime evening of beautful vocal chamber music conducted by the graduate choral conducting studio.

PROGRAM
Alex Berko, You Through Me
Dale Trumbore, Ring out, ye bells!
Ola Gjello, Dark & Luminous Night
Kat Gimon, The Language of the Stars
Kat Gimon, Beneath/Sound
Ralph Vaughan Williams arr. Denis Williams, Serenade to Music

In his final special music at the First Congregational Church of Ann Arbor, director of music Dr. Benjamin Gaughran leads the Chancel Choir and Ensemble in Dan Forrest’s ‘LUX: The Dawn from on High’. Celebrating themes of light and hope, this music is the perfect fit for the Easter season.

In one of his final concerts at The University of Michigan, Dr. Benjamin Gaughran sings with the Glee Club and will conduct them in one of the works during this concert. Join him and Dr. Mike Mitchell for a wonderful evening of music.

For tickets, click here.

Join Dr. Benjamin Gaughran as he conducts the University Choir in their final concert of the academic year in the iconic Hill Auditorium. Conducting alongside Dr. Gaughran will be Sydney Mukasa. Dr. Gaughran will conduct the first half of the program.

PROGRAM
Ralph Vaughan Williams, “Antiphon” from Five Mystical Songs
Roderick Williams, O Guiding Night
Marques Garrett, My Heart Be Brave
Jocelyn Hagen, Phoenix
Reena Esmail, Tuttarana
Claude Debussy, Dieu qu’il la fait bon regarder
Modesta Bor, Aqui te Amo
Edward Elgar, Great is the Lord

In their final concert of the 2024-2025 season, the Lima Symphony Chorus, prepared by Dr. Benjamin Gaughran, join forces with the Lima Symphony Orchestra to perform a concert of American music. Maestro Crust will lead the forces through a thrilling night of music.

For more information, visit: https://www.limasymphony.com/gershwin

Benjamin joins the Central Region Conference of the National Association of Negro Musicians, Inc. (NANM), as an adjudicator in the Detroit Spirituals Festival Competition.

NANM is a distinguished organization founded in 1919 with a long-standing commitment to the preservation and promotion of African American music. This event will provide a valuable opportunity for participants to engage with the rich tradition of Spirituals and celebrate the artistry of this vital musical genre.

Dr. Benjamin Gaughran will spend the day in South Lyon, Michigan working with choirs from South Lyon East High School and South Lyon High School.

Join Benjamin as he sings with the combined choirs from the School of Music, Theatre and Dance (SMTD) at the University of Michigan (U-M). For this concert, Benjamin served as the concert master in preparing the Orpheus Singers and the University Singers. Benjamin is also the cover conductor for the concert.

Remembering the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr and commemorating the 45th anniversary of the completion of the full orchestra version of Undine Smith Moore’s magnum opus, the U-M SMTD Choirs and University Symphony Orchestra perform her powerful oratorio Scenes from the Life of a Martyr with Maurice Duruflé’s iconic Requiem, op. 9.

Eugene Rogers, conductor

In honor of Black History Month, the Chancel Choir from the First Congregational Church of Ann Arbor present André J. Thomas’ mass during the 10am worship service. Under the direction of Director of Music, Benjamin Gaughran, this promises to be an uplifting worship service. All are welcome!

Benjamin will work with the South Singers and the Pointe Singers in helping prepare them for participation in the upcoming Michigan Schools Vocal Music Association Festival.