Joseph Jennings

Joseph Jennings is widely regarded as one of the choral world’s top conductors and music directors, clinicians and arrangers. He joined the renowned a cappella group, Chanticleer, in 1983 as a countertenor, and shortly thereafter assumed position as Music Director. Under his direction, Chanticleer achieved international renown, releasing 23 critically acclaimed recordings in works ranging from Gregorian chant to Renaissance masterworks to jazz. Of note include the GRAMMY-Award-winners Colors of Love, Magnificat and, most recently, the World-premiere of Sir John Tavener’s double GRAMMY-Award winning Lamentations and Praises. Mr. Jennings has performed at the most prestigious festivals and concert halls throughout the United States, Europe and Asia.

A native of Augusta, Georgia, Mr. Jennings earned his masters degree in conducting from Colorado State University at Fort Collins, and his bachelors degree in music education from Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio. Joseph Jennings holds the honor of being listed as a distinguished alumnus of Colorado State University, Department of Fine and Performing Arts.