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: Dec 23, 2008

Contact

Company B
Website: http://brandeis.edu/~cob
Representative: Jacob Lazar,

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
  • One Love
    Bob Marley
  • Lady Marmalade
    Patti LaBelle
  • They All Laughed
    Bing Crosby
  • Witchy Woman
    The Eagles
  • Words of Love
    The Mamas and the Papas
Last updated: Mar 23, 2009

Contact

Jewish Fella A Cappella
Website: http://people.brandeis.edu/~jfa/
Representative: Eli Miller,

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
  • Hanukkah in Santa Monica
  • Nachamu
  • Yidden
  • Longest Time
  • Cedar Lane
  • Neighborhood Bully, by Bb Dylan
  • Dayenu, to the tune of Don't Worry, Be Happy (Bobby McFerrin)
  • Shalom Rav
  • Hamalech HaGoel Oti
  • Abanibi
  • Juicy Tongue on Rye from Rubin's
Last updated: Dec 30, 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: David Baumgold,

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
  • I Wish I Could Go Back to College
    Avenue Q
  • Being Alive
    Company
  • Mama Says
    Footloose
  • Run, Freedom, Run
    Urinetown
  • Luck, Be a Lady
    Guys & Dolls
Last updated: May 12, 2009

Contact

Rather Be Giraffes
Website: http://brandeis.edu/~rbg
Representative: Jordan Talan,

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 have just released a new one, Necking. 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
  • You and I Both
    Jason Mraz
  • Somebody to Love
    Queen
  • Your Love
    The Outfield
  • Losing Lisa
    Ben Folds
  • Zoot Suit Riot
    the Cherry Poppin' Daddies'
  • The Way
    Fastball
  • Flagpole Sitta
    Harvey Danger
  • Easy (Like A Sunday Morning)
    the Commodores
  • Never Had A Dream Come True
    S Club 7
  • Nickelodeon Medley
    Various Artists
Last updated: May 8, 2009

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
  • There's Always Someone Cooler Than You
    Ben Folds
  • Home
    Marc Broussard
  • Drops of Jupiter
    Train
  • Don't Wake Me
    Toby Lightman
  • Oh What a Night
    Franki Valli and the Four Seasons
  • Many the Miles
    Sarah Borellis
  • Bad Girls
    Donna Summers
  • Feeling Good
    Nina Simone/Michael Buble
  • When I Am King
    Great Big Sea
  • Because
    The Beatles
  • Everywhere
    Michelle Branch
  • Bigger Than My Body
    John Mayer
  • Angels
    Robbie Williams
  • I'll Be
    Edwin McCain
  • Blue Suede Shoes
    Elvis Presley
  • Time
    Pink Floyd
  • I Heard it Through the Grapevine
    Marvin Gaye
Last updated: Dec 20, 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
  • Favorite Mistake
    Sheryl Crow
  • Painting by Chagal
    The Weepies
  • Wild Mountain Thyme
    Traditional Scottish Folk Song
  • The Princess Bride
    Jessica Riddle Jacobs
  • Beautiful Day
    Chaya Bender (original)
  • Wonder
    Nataline Merchant
  • Three Hits
    Indigo Girls
  • Circle Game
    Joni Mitchell
  • Dark Island
    Mike Olfield
  • Wide Open Spaces
    The Dixie Chicks
Last updated: Dec 23, 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
  • Torn
    Natalie Imbruglia
  • Shame for You
    Lily Allen
  • Save Tonight
    Eagle Eye Cherry
  • Mouthwash
    Kate Nash
  • Chicago
    Sufjan Stevens
  • Here With Me
    Dido
Last updated: Dec 23, 2008

Contact

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

About Us

VoiceMale is Brandeis University's premier all-male a cappella group. Founded in 1994, VoiceMale travels coast-to-coast performing a mix of rock, pop, R&B, and oldies at colleges, high schools, charity events, and a variety of private functions.

In October of 2008, VoiceMale released its latest studio project, "Where's the Album? - The EP." The EP was intended to be a teaser for the group’s imminent full album release, as well as a grateful tribute to the group's ever-supportive and anxious fans. But recently, the last track of the EP, "Where's the Love [Remix]," was selected as the opening track on the BOCA compilation (Best of College A Cappella) for 2009! “Where’s the Album?” now joins the ranks of VoiceMale's previous albums, "Propeller" (2003) and "Ain't Done Overnight" (2006), which have won BOCA appearances and multiple Contemporary A Cappella Recording Awards (CARAs), including one for Best Male Album of the Year!

VoiceMale is now in the process of recording its next complete studio album, which is expected to be released in early 2009.

VoiceMale is planning to embark on its biennial tour of the great state of California in February of 2009! If you are a West Coast group and would like to sing with us between 2/14 and 2/21, please send an e-mail to VoiceMale@brandeis.edu. We’d love to perform with you!

Current Set

VoiceMale
  • All Along the Watchtower
    Bob Dylan
  • Falling Over You
    Rockapella
  • Freedom! '90
    George Michael
  • Ghost Train
    Marc Cohn
  • In the Still of the Night
    Boyz II Men
  • Lately
    Stevie Wonder
  • Listen
    Beyoncé Knowles
  • Mother We Just Can't Get Enough
    New Radicals
  • Say (All I Need)
    OneRepublic
  • Stand By Me
    Ben E. King
  • Tearing it Down
    Hanson
  • Thank You
    Boyz II Men
  • The Girl is Mine
    Michael Jackson & Paul McCartney
  • Two Thousand Years
    Billy Joel
  • Untamed
    Gavin DeGraw
  • We Are
    Vertical Horizon
  • When the Lights Go Out
    Five
  • Where You Are
    Marc Broussard
  • Woke Up This Morning
    Alabama 3
Last updated: Dec 30, 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
  • Ain't Too Proud to Beg
    The Temptations
  • Chain of Fools
    Aretha Franklin
  • So Sick
    Ne-Yo
  • No Diggity
    Blackstreet
  • No One
    Alicia Keys
  • Real Love
    Trinity Stone feat. Ne-Yo
  • You Gotta Be
    Des'ree
  • Hit 'em Up Style
    Blu Cantrell
  • Justin Timberlake Medley (What Goes Around Comes Around, Cry Me a River, and more)

Coming Soon...

  • American Boy
    Estelle
  • The Korean National Anthem
Last updated: Dec 30, 2008