THE THIRTEEN

“...The Thirteen sings with striking color and richness...”

— The Washington Post

Led by Artistic Director Matthew Robertson, The Thirteen is a professional choir and orchestra performing full seasons in Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia. Celebrated for reimagining the potential of vocal music, we perform works ranging from early chant to contemporary world premieres and the centuries in between, gaining a reputation for a “gorgeous unified sound” (Washington Classical Review) and "transfiguring the listener" (The Washington Post). Since our founding in 2012, we have become a cornerstone of the robust classical music scene of the Washington, DC Metropolitan area, and been hailed by the leading music critics in the country.

“The Thirteen draws its artists from among the finest ensembles in the world”

- Affetto Records

Hailed as one of the best classical music groups in the Washington, DC area’s classical and choral music scene, critics have praised The Thirteen since our founding in 2012 for our “tight and attractive vocal blend,” “tonal beauty,'“ and “striking color and richness” (American Record Guide, Choir & Organ, The Washington Post). Performing full seasons in Washington, D.C., Bethesda, Maryland and Alexandria, Virginia, our audiences have chances to witness The Thirteen’s critically-acclaimed concerts throughout the year. Explore more reviews below.

Kids Come Free

What’s the best thing to do with kids in the DC area? Exposing them to the beauty of classical music and choral singing of course! Kids always come free to our concerts. We believe it should be easier for families to enjoy music together. Children 5 through 17 receive free entry when accompanied by a General Admission ticketed adult caregiver. Learn more about our Kids Come Free initiative here.

“the Washington DC-based The Thirteen is…a tight-knit ensemble of accomplished soloists with a vocal signature of becoming tonal beauty.”

- Choir & Organ Magazine