It proved to be one of the supreme musical highlights of the year, thanks to superior voices, the superior leadership, and the astonishing—indeed, often breath-taking—precision of the execution, with every note fraught with meaning and emotion.  It was a truly remarkable concert for a faithful description of which mere words are inadequate.
            --John Lambert, www.cvnc.org, 6/10/09

Almost every piece the VAE sang produced sighs of appreciation and wonderment in the audience.
            --Ken Hoover, www.cvnc.org, 6/14/09

The Vocal Arts Ensemble of Durham has established a reputation as the choral group in the Triangle not to be missed by those who find the perfect blend of human voices something very special and important.
            --Ken Hoover, www.cvnc.org, 6/11/07

This group sings with a lovely sense of balance and shading, perfect intonation, stylistic variety, intensity, and a very clear impression of truly listening to each other.  I can recommend this [CD] to anyone who enjoys choral music.
            Henry Vogel, FANFARE, listed on ArkivMusic.com, 2006

Wynkoop’s standards are in full force, including clarity of line, razor-sharp precision, clear enunciation and nuanced dynamics.  The singing has a welcome warmth and spirit, often missing in other chamber choirs.
            --Roy C. Dicks, The News & Observer, 2004