In its two-decade history,
Seraphic Fire has become a staple of the local and national arts community. Lauded by Gramophone for its “mellifluous, crystalline artistry,” and called “one of the best excuses for living in Miami” by el Nuevo Herald, Seraphic Fire has gained an international reputation for dynamic, cutting-edge, and historically informed programming that encompasses both secular and sacred literature.
The ensemble’s roster is populated by performers, teachers, and scholars who represent the best of the American school of vocal and instrumental training. Seraphic Fire is led by its founder, Patrick Dupre Quigley.
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Seraphic Fire performs Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s Ave Verum Corpus. Hear the magnificent work brought to life by dynamic performers.
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You asked for it, and we are delivering! Our greatest hits: Earth Song by Frank Ticheli, O Magnum Mysterium by Morten Lauridsen, Padre Nuestro by Alvaro Bermudez and more. Associate conductor James Bass leads an audience-choice program with Seraphic Fire, America’s all-star choir.
Bach is our favorite composer, and we have a special place in our hearts for his motets. Hear Seraphic Fire’s singers and the first-rate instrumentalists of the Seraphic Fire Period Orchestra bring six of Bach’s most virtuosic and celebrated works to life.
Everything you love about Seraphic Fire at Christmas in a new experience: timeless carols – The First Noel, Joy to the World, Silent Night – and a reading of the famed 1823 American poem, A Visit from St. Nicholas— better known as “’Twas the night before Christmas”— that helped shape modern Christmas traditions worldwide. Join Associate Conductor James Bass and Seraphic Fire for a program featuring audience-favorite Christmas classics, including O Come All Ye Faithful and Jesus Christ the Apple Tree.
“Precious Lord, take my hand; lead me on, help me stand.” Thomas Dorsey, the father of American Gospel, revolutionized music by setting these remarkable words to a haunting tune you know today. From Amazing Grace to up-tempo classics, the internationally celebrated conductor Jason Max Ferdinand leads the singers of Seraphic Fire in this joyous and electrifying program.
This Land is Your Land, Simple Gifts, Farther Along, My Darlin’ Clementine, and more! Bring the whole family to this American folk song celebration. The pure-toned voices of Seraphic Fire take you on a 75-minute journey through America’s folk music roots. We’ll also sing Ingram Marshall’s Hymnodic Delays, perhaps Seraphic Fire’s most requested piece, based on 18th century American folk hymns.
Seraphic Fire’s annual candlelight concerts - Florida’s most celebrated musical experience - blend ancient music with contemporary masterpieces, creating an ethereal, immersive experience. Featuring music throughout history with thematic connections to water and nature, the finest singing ensemble set in candlelight will take your breath away. Guest conductor Arianne Abela makes her Seraphic Fire debut in this ethereal sonic feast.
The full forces of Seraphic Fire close out this celebratory year with a surround-sound, polychoral experience imported directly from the Basilica of San Marco in Venice, Italy. You’ll be at the center of the action as we sing from every corner of the room. An experience you can only get at Seraphic Fire, our season closes with this aural explosion.
Through 6 mission-driven initiatives, Seraphic Fire offers educational programming for students of all ages.
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Seraphic Fire has been performing live classical music by candlelight in Miami and across South Florida for over 20 years. Discover the original candlelight concert experience.
Seraphic Fire’s High School Professional Choral Institute offers elite, tuition-free training for Miami-Dade high school singers. Learn more about this unique education program and final concert at The Wertheim.
Discover what makes Seraphic Fire’s new concert season so special, straight from Artistic Director Patrick Dupre Quigley. Explore top performances, themes, and highlights across South Florida.
Discover the best classical concert experience in Miami with Seraphic Fire, Florida’s GRAMMY-nominated professional choir. Explore why our concerts stand out.
Seraphic Fire finished its 2024–25 fiscal year with a balanced budget and all-time high fundraising. See how donor support and leadership made it possible.
Discover why Seraphic Fire is Miami’s top GRAMMY-nominated choir. World-class performances, local roots, and national acclaim. Experience the best in choral music.
