A Cappella Etc

Welcome

Welcome to the website for A Cappella Etc, an informal organization at Brandeis University created to facilitate communication and information-sharing between the many a cappella groups on the Brandeis University campus.

Navigation

To find out more about each group, just click on the links along the left side of the page. We also have a calendar that details all the events for all the a cappella groups. Take a look around!

Organization

While each individual a cappella group on campus may have an inclusionary or exclusionary policy, A Cappella Etc is firmly inclusionary: any a cappella group on campus may join this organization and have their group represented, even if the group has just formed. Each group must elect a representative to A Cappella Etc, who is in charge of keeping the group's information on this website accurate and up to date, and who will attend ACE meetings and talk with other members of the organization.

Contact

If you wish to contact a particular group, please see the contact info on that group's page. If you want to contact A Cappella Etc, our president is Dan Newman, (Rather Be Giraffes) and our webmaster is David Baumgold, (Company B and Proscenium).

Last updated: Mar 18, 2008

Contact

Company B
Website: http://brandeis.edu/~cob
Representative: Sean Fullerton,

About Us

The rip-roarin' co-ed Company B is Brandeis oldest performing group, specializing in classic hits from at least 25 years ago! Check out our website for our performance and audition dates!

Current Set

Company B
  • Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy (of Company B)
    The Andrews Sisters
  • Fooled Around and Fell in Love
    Elvin Bishop
  • One Love
    Bob Marley
  • Summer in the City
    Lovin' Spoonful
  • They All Laughed
    Bing Crosby
  • Witchy Woman
    The Eagles
  • Tempted (By the Fruit Of Another)
    Squeeze
  • Words of Love
    The Mamas and the Papas
Last updated: May 12, 2008

Contact

Jewish Fella A Cappella
Website:
Representative: Bryan Wexler,

About Us

Jewish Fella A Cappella is Brandeis’ all male Jewish a cappella group which performs both on and off campus. Revived in 2004, the group will sing anything Jewish, with a repertoire ranging from Safam’s “Nachamu” to Billy Joel’s “Longest Time” (Yes, Billy Joel is Jewish!). We pride ourselves in our ability to entertain audiences with our fun performances and unique arrangements.

Current Set

Jewish Fella A Cappella
  • Lecha Dodi
  • Rich Man
  • Hanukkah in Santa Monica
  • Nachamu
  • Yidden
  • Longest Time
  • Cedar Lane
  • Od Yavo
  • Go Down Moses
Last updated: May 12, 2008

Contact

Manginah
Website: http://manginah.com
Representative: Becky Fisher,

About Us

Manginah (Hebrew for "melody") is Brandeis University's premier co-ed Jewish a cappella group. The group's set includes music from Jewish liturgy and prayers, American Jewish songwriters, Israeli pop songs, and parodies of popular American songs (Outkast...holla). Songs in the group's repertoire are arranged for Manginah by its members. Manginah has recently released our third album -- "Yo Backwards," and plan to release a live CD in 2009 and a studio album in 2010. CDs are available for sale at a discounted price for Brandeis students and can be obtained by e-mailing manginah@brandeis.edu. The general public should purchase their copy through our website - http://www.manginah.com. For more information visit our website or contact Becky at manginah@brandeis.edu.

Current Set

Manginah
  • Jerusalem
    Matisyahu
  • Beit Cafe
    Tipex
  • Tutim
    Ethnix
  • Uf Gozal
    Arik Einstein
  • Boche el Hakirot
    David Broza
  • Amen
    liturgical
  • B'Shem Hashem
    liturgical
  • Erev Shel Shoshanim
    Hadudaim/Haparvarim
  • Yonatan Shapira
    Aia Korem
  • Shirat HaSticker
    HaDag Nachash
  • Parparim
    Uri Banai
  • Mimamakim
    The Idan Raichel Project
  • Through Heaven's Eyes
    "The Prince of Egypt"
  • Hamasah L'Eretz Yisrael
    unknown
  • Ani Ohevet Otcha
    unknown
  • Latet
    Boaz Sharabi
Last updated: May 20, 2008

Contact

Proscenium
Website: http://brandeis.edu/~proscenium
Representative: Amy Klesert,

About Us

Proscenium is Brandeis University's star musical theater a cappella group. Founded in the spring of 2000, we are still jumping with a cappella energy, singing songs from musicals both well-known and obscure. We are a co-ed group, and accept singers from all grades at Brandeis. Proscenium encourages its members to also audition for plays and musicals during the semester, and we will work around everyone's rehearsal schedule, as much as possible.

Current Set

Proscenium
  • Bring On The Men
    Jekyll & Hyde
  • The Nicest Kids in Town
    Hairspray
  • Suppertime
    You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown
  • For Good
    Wicked
  • That's How You Know
    Enchanted
  • I Wish I Could Go Back to College
    Avenue Q
Last updated: May 11, 2008

Contact

Rather Be Giraffes
Website: http://brandeis.edu/~rbg
Representative: Dan Newman,

About Us

What kind of music do we sing? Whatever we feel like singing! We're co-ed, lots of fun, and we even have a cute mascot! We came out with our first CD in 2005 and are currently working on a new one. You can come check us out at coffeehouses, our semi-annual shows, and art festivals. We are always looking for new talent, so get your vocal chords ready!

Current Set

Rather Be Giraffes
  • Don't Speak
    No Doubt
  • Dragonstea Din Tei
    O-Zone
  • Criminal
    Fiona Apple
  • Moondance
    Van Morrison
  • Beautiful
    Christina Aguilera
  • Barrel of a Gun
    Guster
  • Consequence Free
    Great Big Sea
  • Snakes on a Plane (Bring It)
    Cobra Starship
  • Space Oddity
    David Bowie
  • Stay
    Lisa Loeb and the Nine Stories
  • Suspension
    Mae
  • Unwritten
    Natasha Bedingfield
Last updated: Apr 17, 2008

Contact

Starving Artists
Website: http://brandeis.edu/~s_artists
Representative: Gavi Young, gyoung@brandeis.edu

About Us

Starving Artists, Brandeis' FUN-LOVIN' co-ed a cappella group, is launching into its twelfth year. The group performs a wide variety of music and is well-known for its great sound and fun, energetic performances. SA has released three albums and has been in the studio recording a new CD! The group performs both on and off campus. SA is the 2005 ICCA Northeast Divisional Champion, and recipient of the Best Arrangement award. Starving Artists plans and hosts Brandeis' annual benefit concert, "A Cappella Fest," which raises money for charity and shows off the best of Brandeis a cappella. Join our Facebook group!

Current Set

Starving Artists
  • Before He Cheats
    Carrie Underwood
  • Bubbly
    Colbie Caillat
  • Conjunction Junction
    Schoolhouse Rock
  • Hey Eugene
    Pink Martini
  • There's Always Someone Cooler Than You
    Ben Folds
  • Water Runs Dry
    Boyz II Men
  • Don't Wake Me
    Boyz II Men
  • The Chain
    Fleetwood Mac
  • 3x5
    John Mayer
  • Rehab
    Amy Winehouse
Last updated: May 11, 2008

Contact

Too Cheap For Instruments
Website: http://brandeis.edu/~tcfi
Representative: Becky Sniderman,

About Us

TCFI is a folk/folk-pop, all-female a cappella group with a sense of humor. We focus on musicianship in our songs, while still having fun with novelty acts.

Current Set

Too Cheap For Instruments
  • The Scotsman
    Mike Cross
  • Cows With Guns
    Dana Lyons
  • MTA Song
    The Kinston Trio
  • Hunter
    Dido
  • Sea of No Cares
    Great Big Sea
  • Favorite Mistake
    Sheryl Crow
  • Painting by Chagal
    The Weepies
  • Wild Mountain Thyme
    Traditional Scottish Folk Song
  • The Princess Bride
    Jessica Riddle Jacobs
Last updated: Mar 11, 2008

Contact

Up The Octave
Website: http://brandeis.edu/~uto
Representative: Sarah Mulhern,

About Us

Up the Octave is all-female a cappella at its best! UTO is known across campus and the northeast for their diverse sets, on-stage energy, and award-winning vocal percussion. They just released their third CD "Come Closer." Please contact Emily Silver for your very own copy!

Current Set

Up The Octave
  • Fix You
    Coldplay
  • Carry On My Wayward Son
    Coldplay
  • September
    Earth, Wind, and Fire
  • Falling Down
    Duran Duran
  • Breathe
    Michelle Branch
  • Who Knew
    Pink
  • Let Go
    Frou Frou
  • The Zephyr Song
    Red Hot Chili Peppers
  • Two Points for Honesty
    Guster
  • Catch My Disease
    Ben Lee
  • Anywhere You Go
    Gin Blossoms
  • Spice Girls Medley
    Spice Girls
  • Lights
    Journey
Last updated: Mar 9, 2008

Contact

VoiceMale
Website: http://www.brandeisvoicemale.com
Representative: Adam Levine,

About Us

VoiceMale is Brandeis University's premier all-male a cappella group. Singing a mixture of oldies and contemporary hits, VoiceMale travels around the country performing at colleges, high schools, charity events and private functions. Last year, VoiceMale performed at schools up and down the Californian coast, competed in the International Competition of Collegiate A Cappella and performed both with and for celebrities (including FRIENDS creator Marta Kauffmnn). In October, VoiceMale released its fifth studio album, Ain't Done Overnight, which was nominated for Best Male Collegiate Album 2007 by the Contemporary A Cappella Recording Awards. Additionally, tracks from Ain't Done Overnight were placed on international compilations Sing 3 and BOCA 2007. VoiceMale prides itself in professionalism, making great music and having fun.

Current Set

VoiceMale
  • Falling Over You
    Rockapella
  • Here It Goes Again
    OK Go
  • Home
    Daughtry
  • Stand By Me
    Ben E. King
  • In the Still of the Night
    Boyz II Men
  • Where's The Love
    Hanson
  • Two Thousand Years
    Billy Joel
  • Take Me Home Tonight
    Eddie Money
  • All For You
    Sister Hazel
  • Your Smiling Face
    James Taylor
  • I Thought She Knew
    N*SYNC
  • Put Your Records On
    Corinne Bailey Rae
  • Where in the World Is Carmen Sandiego?
    Rockapella
  • Title of the Song
    DaVinci's Notebook
  • Freedom! '90
    George Michael
  • Change the World
    Eric Clapton & Babyface
  • Don't Stop Me Now
    Queen
  • You Know My Name
    Chris Cornell
  • Gulf War Song
    Moxy Fruvous
  • Where You Are
    Marc Broussard
Last updated: May 12, 2008

Contact

Voices of Praise
Website:
Representatives: Benjy Cooper, , and Susan Landau,

About Us

Voices of Praise is Brandeis' only gospel choir. Guided by our new director, Justin Newry, we sing different kinds of gospel music. No auditions! Only requirements are a desire to sing and positive energy! Join us Mondays @ 7:30 pm at the Harlan Chapel. Hear us perform us at Protestant and Catholic Chapel services, Chums, the ICC, Culture X, and our Spring Extravaganza Concert!

Current Set

Voices of Praise
  • Oh Come All Ye Faithful
  • Now Behold The Lamb
  • Silent Night
  • Hallelujah, Salvation, and Glory
  • The Storm Is Passing Over
  • My Life Is In Your Hands
  • Down To The River
  • Ezekiel Saw The Wheel
  • Lord Send Your Spirit
  • Halle!
  • Love Your Neighbor
  • The Lord Our God
  • Sing
  • You Are Good
Last updated: May 24, 2008

Contact

Voices of Soul
Website: http://freewebs.com/vos-brandeis/
Representative: Erik Blutinger,

About Us

The co-ed Voices of Soul group, specializing in the rhythm and melodic nature of soul and R&B music, has performed at venues ranging from Culture X to the Coleman House Nursing Home in nearby Northborough, MA. We are Brandeis' feature co-ed a cappella group that is dedicated to providing fellow Brandeisians with soulful melodies and harmonies in each of our songs, and to having fun while doing it! Recent hits have included: "Where is the Love" by the Black Eyed Peas, "Ain't Too Proud To Beg" by The Temptations, and "Waterfalls" by TLC.

Current Set

Voices of Soul
  • World's Greatest
    R Kelly
  • Never Gonna Get It
    En Vogue
  • Kiss From a Rose
    Seal
  • Hey Ya
    Outkast
  • Dreamlover
    Mariah Carey
  • I Don't Wanna Know
    Mario Wynans
  • Hit the Road Jack
    Ray Charles
  • Everything is Everything
    Lauren Hill
  • Never Gonna Let you go
    Omarion
  • One Sweet Day
    Mariah Carey & Boys II Men
  • Where is the Love
    Blackeyed Peas
  • You Gotta Be
    Des'Ree
  • Whats Goin On
    Marvin Gaye
  • Put Your Records On
    Corrine Bailey Rae
  • Black or White
    Michael Jackson
  • Take Me There
    Mya, Mase, & Blackstreet
Last updated: Mar 9, 2008