David J. Recca

David J. Recca is a lecturer at the Conservatory of Music at Purchase College, SUNY, where he directs the Purchase Chorus and Purchase Chamber Singers, and teaches music history, theory, ear training, and conducting. He also serves as Artistic Director of the New York City Master Chorale and Assistant Music Director of the New Amsterdam Singers, prominent groups in Manhattan's choral scene.

• Education: Doctorate of Musical Arts (Choral Conducting) from Yale School of Music, Master of Music (Choral Conducting) from Eastman School of Music, Performer’s Certificate in Vocal Coaching, and Bachelor of Music in Composition from Purchase College

His expertise spans choral conducting, vocal coaching, and music composition, informed by his studies with Marguerite Brooks, Jeffrey Douma, and William Weinert. He has collaborated with renowned conductors like Helmuth Rilling and Masaaki Suzuki, emphasizing high-caliber choral preparation.