Moody Chorale
Founded in 1946, the Moody Chorale has long been recognized as one of the leading collegiate choral organizations specializing in sacred music. Its purpose is to lead men and women in the worship of our Creator and Redeemer by ministering the Word of God through music, Scripture, and personal testimony. The repertoire includes a broad range of music, chosen from all periods of music history.
The Chorale regularly tours around the United States and overseas. The group has ministered in Australia, Europe, the Far East, Central America, and Israel.
Meet the Conductor
Yongmin Kim
Yongmin Kim is the conductor of the Moody Chorale. He is an experienced church musician, having been the music director at Korean Presbyterian Church of Metro Detroit for 15 years. He is also the director of the Myanmar Praise School and Music Institute in Southeast Asia, where he visits every summer for music ministry and education.
Dr. Kim is a distinguished musician who holds multiple degrees from Presbyterian College and Seminary (Seoul, South Korea), Eastman School of Music, and University of Michigan, where he earned both a Master of Music in Choral Conducting and a Doctorate in Voice Performance.
Entrance Requirements
Membership in Chorale is open to qualified undergraduate students in any major upon audition. Joining Chorale requires a yearlong commitment. Auditions are held during Welcome Week and typically include:
- Vocal exercises
- Sight-singing
- An interview with the conductor
Contact the conductor with questions or to schedule an audition outside of the regular time at yongmin.kim@moody.edu.