EXIGENCE is a professional vocal ensemble that transforms lives through performance and highlighting the artistry of our communities. Led by founding conductor and visionary artist Eugene Rogers, Exigence is comprised of Black and Latino vocal artists, including solo performers, educators, conductors, and composers. EXIGENCE celebrates the power of community and expression through choral music.

Inspired by the mission of Sphinx, the mission of EXIGENCE is to promote excellence through choral music communities by creating a platform for soloists and composers of color while inspiring and challenging audiences around the country and world.

EXIGENCE gives vocal artists a first-rate professional vocal experience. Selected through audition, 32 vocalists have the opportunity to use their voices as vehicles for change within the cultural landscape of concert choral and vocal music.

The name EXIGENCE is inspired by the definition of the word – ‘an urgent need or demand.’ Like its definition, EXIGENCE believes that vocal concert music continues to need more voices at the table from varied backgrounds and perspectives. EXIGENCE seeks to foster that perspective through the lens of professional vocal artistry within our communities.

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Andre Dowell, Chief Programming Officer