A Brief History of the Glee Club at Lehigh University...

            Lehigh's distinguished tradition of singing began in the 1880's and continues on today. The Choral Union performs great masterpieces each year, while the University Choir creates a tight-knit group with a more extensive repertoire. Each of the existing groups has its foundation in the Glee Club of years past. For nearly a century, the Lehigh University Glee Club was the only choral group at Lehigh. When Lehigh became coed in the 70s, the mixed University Choir replaced the all-male Glee Club. In 2005, the men of the University Choir - with encouragement from Glee Club alumni - revived the tradition of male singing at Lehigh. Thus, after a thirty year absence, the hallmark sound of men's singing is once again part of Lehigh's proud tradition of choral excellence.  

    The Lehigh University Glee Club maintains an extensive repertoire encompassing 20th century glee club classics, barbershop, and Lehigh fight songs in addition to performing some of the great classical men’s choral works each semester.  They appear at most Lehigh Choral Arts concerts and perform on their own in both formal and informal settings, spreading their love for Lehigh and its tradition of male singing through events on and off campus.

The Glee Club has performed at events as varied as South-Side Bethlehem’s First Friday celebration, Christmas Parties, and board meetings.  They make a great addition to any Lehigh event.  If you would like to inquire about incorporating a Glee Club performance into your event, please contact:

Will Frece
LUGC Manager
wcf209@lehigh.edu

Glee Club has a new CD!!! Check out the Brown and White Album on the CD Orders page!