100 Years of Whiffenpoofs

Friday, October 23, 2009

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(Gretta Cohn)

Every year at Yale, 14 male seniors are tapped to sing in an elite a cappella group called the Whiffenpoofs. Their repertoire ranges from Cole Porter to Gladys Knight, and they perform around the world. In early October, 600 Whiffenpoof alumni (aged 22-92) gathered in New Haven for their 100th reunion. And they sang. A lot. Produced by Gretta Cohn. Additional concert recording by Roger Arnold.

Music Playlist

Midnight Train to Georgia

Artist: Whiffenpoofs

Album: Whiffenpoofs in the Studio (2006)

Produced by:

Roger Arnold and Gretta Cohn

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JK from Minnesota

Thank you for telling us about this talented, dedicated group of young men. To be a single superstar is one thing.... to be part of a team singing experience is extraordinary. To be in the audience is a pleasure. Cheers to 100 years of Whiffenpoofs!

Oct. 30 2009 09:38 PM

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Enid Lapham from Ft. Myers Florida

I enjoyed this story, since my son is in the Purdue Varsity Glee Club. Their sound is different than then Whiffenpoofs, as there are 60+ of them, but it's the harmony that grabs one. They have a large repetoire that includes more modern pieces, which the next story made me think of. The Sonos? I was in the car, so couldn't write down the name!

Oct. 25 2009 04:22 PM

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