Asheville
Vocal Ensemble

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finding joy in the balance of
tradition and innovation

Asheville Vocal Ensemble (AVE) is a small choral ensemble based in Asheville, North Carolina, performing a variety of music from early music to contemporary choral, jazz, and popular songs.

We regularly perform Fall through Spring, especially during the Advent, Lent, and Easter season.

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Up Next:

Fall Concert 2026

Join us on Saturday October 24, 2026 at Trinity Episcopal in Asheville for our Fall Concert.

Featuring music by Trotta, Gawthrop, Whitacre, Ticheli, Antognini and more!

Our Music

Members of the Asheville Vocal Ensemble standing and singing in a church. The background shows stained glass windows and a wooden altar.

night Prayer

Composed by Alec Roth

Members of the Asheville Vocal Ensemble performing inside a church with stained glass windows and ornate wooden decor. The choir members are dressed in black, standing in front of the altar with music stands.

Jesu Dulcis Memoria

Composed by Tomas Luis de Victoria

Members of the Asheville Vocal Ensemble singing "HAVE YOURSELF A MERRY LITTLE CHRISTMAS" and mentions Martin and Blane Arr. James.

Have Yourself a Merry Little Chrismas

Composed by Martin & Blane (arr. Ijames)

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Upcoming Performances

We’re currently booking for the upcoming 2026-2027 season!

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Coming Up Next

Fall Concert at TBD | Saturday October 24, 2026, 7:00PM

The Inn on Biltmore Estate Christmas | Friday November 13, 2026, 3:00PM

The Inn on Biltmore Estate Christmas | Friday January 1, 2027, 3:00PM

Biltmore Estate Christmas | Monday January 4, 2027, 5:25PM

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Past Performances

Palm Sunday Service at Trinity Episcopal | Sunday March 29, 2026, 5:30PM

Good Friday Service at Cathedral of All Souls | Friday April 3, 2026, 7:30PM

Evensong at Holy Cross Episcopal Tryon | Sunday Dec 21, 2025, 4:00PM

Winter Concert at St. George’s Episcopal | Saturday Dec 20, 2025, 7:00PM

The Inn on Biltmore Estate Christmas | Friday Dec 19, 2025, 3:00PM

Lessons and Carols at St. Mary’s Episcopal | Sunday Dec 7, 2025, 5:30PM

Lessons and Carols at Alexander Chapel United Methodist | Saturday Dec 6, 2025, 5:00PM

Handel’s Messiah Sing-Along at Trinity Presbyterian Hendersonville | Sunday Mar 30, 2025, 4:00PM

Good Friday Service at Cathedral of All Souls | Friday April 18, 2026, 7:30PM

Palm Sunday Service at Trinity Episcopal | Sunday Apr 13, 2025, 5:30PM