Biography

The Father Angelo Mutterle Choral Group Association, born from a desire to live in an authentic way the values of friendship and solidarity, which unite those who love Polyphonic singing, has proposed, from the beginning, to make known to an ever wider public, the social value and the unifying force of sacred and profane polyphony of all times.

Under the guidance of Maestro Guglielmo French, the choir began and continues its journey with enthusiasm and optimism, with the hope of becoming an example of passion for polyphony, growth and social and cultural elevation for their beloved city.

The association is registered ARCC (Regional Association of Campania).

From 1993 to 1999 the group organized the National Competition for Polyphonic Choirs “Premio Mutterle” now in its 6th edition.

Since 1997 he has joined the “Forum of Cultural Associations of the Campania Region”.

Since 1997, moreover, organizes the Review “Corinsieme” hosting choirs of proven artistic value.

In November 2000 he participated in the Review “Advent Songs in Prague”, resulting in the choir that has obtained the highest appreciation among the radio listeners of the Czech Republic.

In June 2001 she participated in the 4th edition of the International Choirs Festival of Alta Pusteria (South Tyrol), also on the day of the awards she was indicated, among the hundred choirs present, as a guide choir in the song “Va Pensiero”.

In May 2002 it celebrated ten years of activity with the sixth edition of the “Corinsieme” Festival.

In January 2003 she participated in the 9th International Festival of Choral Singing held in Paris at the UNESCO headquarters.

In May 2003 he participated in the Matelica (MC) Festival.

In September 2003 he participated in the Polyphonic Festival of Reggio Calabria.

In June 2004 musical meetings in Bonorva (SS), organized by Polifonica Logudorese.

October 24, 2004 – Concert in San Giovanni Rotondo (Padre Pio) in the new Sanctuary, designed by Renzo Piano.

8 December 2004 – Inaugural concert as part of the event Christmas Concerts of Altavilla Silentina (SA)

26 December 2004 – Participation in the tenth edition of the International Festival of Avola (SR).

March 5, 2005 – Performance at the Sala Nervi of the Vatican for the Third European Day of University Students in the presence of the Holy Father (the only non-university choir admitted to this event).

October 22, 2005 – Concert in Mainz (PD) as part of the event organized by the local Corale Polifonica Veneta.

26 December 2005 – Concert at the Sanctuary of Santa Maria della Speranza in Battipaglia (SA)

6 January 2006 – New Year’s Concert in San Cipriano Picentino (SA)

In March 2006 Participation in Amsterdam at the International Music and Friends Festival for Polyphonic Choirs;

March 11, 2006 – Performance at the Sala Nervi of the Vatican for the third European day of university students in the presence of the Holy Father, the only non-university choir admitted to this event.

On 2 and 3 September 2006 he organized in Battipaglia “Spettacolo Evento” with the participation of internationally renowned artists, including Pia Panciotti, Stefano Forti, Silvia Luzzi and Valentino Miserachs Grau.

October 22, 2006 – Concert in Poggiomarino (NA).

October 29, 2006 – Animation of the Holy Mass from the Sanctuary of Santa Rita da Cascia live on television on Retequattro.

December 29, 2006 – New Year’s Eve Concert, organized by the Municipality of Battipaglia (SA).

30 December 2006 – Performance in Sant’Angelo a Fasanella (SA).

March 10, 2007 – Exhibition at the Nervi Hall of the Vatican for the Fifth European University Day in the presence of Pope Benedict XVI.

13 May 2007 – Animation at the Holy Mass of the Shrine of Our Lady of Pompeii (NA).

June 20, 2007 – Concert in Poggiomarino (NA), as part of the events in honor of St. Anthony, Patron Saint of the city.

July 8, 2007 – Concert in Paestum (SA) at the Early Christian Basilica.

14 July 2007 – Participation in the Third Polyphonic Review Petra Matrix of Matera.

21 July 2007 – Animation of the Holy Mass of the Basilica of Santa Maria Degli Angeli in Assisi.

14 October 2007 – Animation of the Holy Mass of the Basilica of San Gerardo Maiella in Materdomini (AV)

December 25, 2007 – Musical evening with adjoining Operetta as part of the Christmas event organized by the municipality of Battipaglia (SA)

18 May 2008 – Animation of the Holy Mass of the Shrine of St. Francis of Paola (CS).

31 May 2008 – Animation of the Santa Mesa of the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Pompeii (NA).

June 14, 2008 – Concert in Serra de’ Conti (AN).

In 2009 she participated in the 9th International Festival of Choral Singing held in Paris at the UNESCO headquarters.

In 2010 he won the International Prize of Sacred Music “Tu Es Petrus” conferred by Cardinal Crescenzio Sepe.

In 2012 the choir won the Silver Diploma and the Special Prize for Best Performance at the Chorus INSIDE SUMMER International Festival and the Golden Diploma at the CHORUS INSIDE CHRISTMAS International Festival.

December 1, 2013 at the Parish of Santa Maria della Speranza in Battipaglia, the choir animated the Holy Mass on the occasion of the Ceremony for the 21st year of activity remember Father Angelo Mutterle.

December 4, 2013 at the Parish of Santa Maria della Speranza in Battipaglia, the choir animated the Holy Mass and participated in the Concert-Memorial in memory of Dr.Giuseppe Bini.

14 December 2013 at Parrocchia Santi Lucia, Salitto hamlet of Olevano Sul Tusciano participated in the Christmas Festival.

15 December 2013 at the Church of San Gregorio VII in Battipaglia, participated in the Telethon Concert 2013 to raise funds for scientific research on genetic diseases

5 January 2014 at 20:30 at the Sanctuary of Santa Maria della Speranza in Battipaglia, Concert in memory of Margherita Ferro.

January 6, 2014 animated the Holy Mass and participated in the Concert of the Befana at the Taizzano Parish of Narni (Terni).

Current position
Via De Sio, 12 – 84091 – Battipaglia (SA) – Italy

General Manager
William French

Influences
Classical, operatic and modern polyphony, pieces of American polyphony and classical Neapolitan songs.

Press contact
Pasquale Verderame 3336992572

Reservations
3282544075 French William