“...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, DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Celebrated for reimagining the potential of vocal music, they have performed works ranging from early chant to contemporary world premieres and the centuries in between, gaining a reputation for our “gorgeous unified sound” (Washington Classical Review). Since our founding in 2012, we have added to the robust classical music scene of the DC Metropolitan area, and been hailed by the leading music critics in the country.

“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

“…Among the Finest Ensembles in the World…”

- Affetto Records

Hailed as one of the best choral groups in the Washington, DC area’s classical 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, DC, 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.