Quintessential Vocal Ensemble

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The Quintessential Vocal Ensemble is an amateur choir based in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. The choir, formed in 1993, is led by Susan Quinn, and consists of approximately 40 members.

The choir is known to perform pieces from a variety of musical genres including classical, jazz, contemporary and traditional Newfoundland.

The choir has won several national and international awards:


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