Singing with the Sun Devils


Scottsdale Chorus
|

The Scottsdale Chorus is one of the Valley's hidden gems, a world-class singing group that won the International Chorus Competition earlier this fall.

And while the members of the chorus come from various walks of life and run the generational gamut — with ages spanning 18 to 85 — there's a healthy pack of Sun Devils giving this group a nice little spark.

Whether they're students, administrators or professors, ASU is well-represented among this group.

"We're all just regular people, but we work hard and we have a great deal of pride in what we do," said Lori Lyford, chorus director.

And that means weekly rehearsals to maintain this world-class form.

"My boss knows that at 5 o'clock I go and sing and dance," said Becky Eisenberg, assistant to the executive president and provost at ASU, and pictured above in the Devils shirt. "I think it's good to have a nice diversion and get out into the community. I also like it that there is a dozen ASU employees in the chorus."

We could tell you more, but it's so much more enjoyable to watch these videos of the Scottscale Chorus in action. The top video tells some of their story while the bottom video shows them practicing.

More Arts, humanities and education

 

Maria Cruz-Torres photographed in front of pink background at ASU

ASU professor’s award-winning book allows her to launch scholarship for children of female shrimp traders in Mexico

When Arizona State University Associate Professor Maria Cruz-Torres set out to conduct the fieldwork for her third book, "Pink Gold," more than 16 years ago, she didn’t count on having major surgery…

Liz Lerman walks on stage surrounded by three dancers in various poses

Herberger Institute Professor Liz Lerman to be honored as Dance Magazine Award winner

Dance Magazine has announced that Arizona State University Herberger Institute Professor Liz Lerman will be honored as a Dance Magazine Award winner at a ceremony Dec. 2 in New York City.“I…

hands typing on a laptop

AI literacy course prepares ASU students to set cultural norms for new technology

As the use of artificial intelligence spreads rapidly to every discipline at Arizona State University, it’s essential for students to understand how to ethically wield this powerful technology.Lance…