Concord Singers
Inducted in 1993
The Concord Singers were founded in 1931, under the direction of E. J. Halling and
accompanist Ted Pelzl. Their first rehearsals, held in the Masonic Hall in New Ulm, were well-remembered by charter member, Dr. Kurt Bell. Over the years the Concord Singers have made many radio
and television appearances. In 1946 they were partially supported by the City of New
Ulm and have been “New Ulm’s Ambassadors” ever since. The all-male singing group adopted their present festive
German music format in 1972 with the addition of accordion and instrumental
accompaniment. The Concord Singers, numbering about 40 vocalists, have made several tours to Europe, Canada, the West Coast, Texas, Wisconsin, Michigan, and several other states. They have released at least half-a-dozen albums on vinyl, cassette, and compact disc. Concord Singer Dr. Kurt Bell also received a Special Recognition Award in 1990 from The Minnesota Music Hall of Fame.
