Konektis is an adult choir based in Brandon, Manitoba. The name Konektis comes from the language of Esperanto and means “connected”. Indeed, the mandate of this charismatic choir is to connect to their music, their audiences, and to each other. In 2021, Manitoba Choral Association awarded this ensemble its New Voice Award.
Konektis originated in 2016 under artistic director Michelle Chyzyk, a recipient of the Manitoba Choral Association’s inaugural Award for Artistic Excellence. The group is led by conductors Michelle Chyzyk of Virden and Marla Fontaine of Brandon with Justine Burke of Carberry at the piano. Clint McLachlan capably fills the role of vocal coach and assistant conductor.
The Konektis singers hail from nine different Manitoba communities and from many walks of life. Many singers are graduates of Brandon University’s prestigious music program.
This past season Konektis has enjoyed collaborations with the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra, three local community choirs, and three Westman high school choirs. Their exciting season also featured a cabaret at a local nightclub and concerts in four Westman towns. They are also excited to travel to New York City on their second major trip for this ensemble, the first being to the Rocky Mountain Festival in Banff in 2019. They are thrilled to collaborate with inspiring conductors, composers, and choral musicians from across Canada.
Konektis originated in 2016 under artistic director Michelle Chyzyk, a recipient of the Manitoba Choral Association’s inaugural Award for Artistic Excellence. The group is led by conductors Michelle Chyzyk of Virden and Marla Fontaine of Brandon with Justine Burke of Carberry at the piano. Clint McLachlan capably fills the role of vocal coach and assistant conductor.
The Konektis singers hail from nine different Manitoba communities and from many walks of life. Many singers are graduates of Brandon University’s prestigious music program.
This past season Konektis has enjoyed collaborations with the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra, three local community choirs, and three Westman high school choirs. Their exciting season also featured a cabaret at a local nightclub and concerts in four Westman towns. They are also excited to travel to New York City on their second major trip for this ensemble, the first being to the Rocky Mountain Festival in Banff in 2019. They are thrilled to collaborate with inspiring conductors, composers, and choral musicians from across Canada.
