New York PostLinda Stasi

It's not just the transformation of the non-singers into a terrific choir that's so wonderful, but the transformation of the kids themselves during this alien process. You will fall in love with each one.

PopMattersRenee Scolaro Mora

Throughout, the series maintains a lovely balance between seeking the goal and appreciating the long-term benefits of the experience.

Baltimore SunDavid Zurawik

Not only is it the finest new TV show of the summer, it speaks directly to the situation of music programs in school systems like Baltimore's. If you are a music-lover, teacher or parent, this is a production not to be missed.

Los Angeles TimesRobert Lloyd

You won't see anything better on television this summer than The Choir, a show about singing that begins Wednesday on BBC America.

Slant MagazinePeter Swanson

While Gareth's tears, and those of his students, are definitely earned, the producers resort to a montage of previous moments from the show while the music swells—a cheesy moment in an otherwise excellent series that reaffirms that not all creative pursuits come with the promise of fame and money.

TV GuideMatt Roush

The transformative results aren't quite as supernaturally slick as on Glee, but what these kids lack in vocal adrenaline they more than compensate for in heart and pluck.

Philadelphia Daily NewsEllen Gray

It's funny, moving, powerful stuff, a perfect combination of a charismatic young enthusiast.

Wall Street JournalNancy DeWolf Smith

In the shadow of Hollywood, and of horrible Susan Boyle hype, the uplift from The Choir is the real thing.

Entertainment WeeklyJessica Shaw

[It] has notes of Glee and American Idol. But it also offers a tireless champion in Malone and heartwarming stories about the students that would make Sue Sylvester barf.

VarietyBrian Lowry

Ultimately, The Choir doesn't soar, but it does draw you into its rhythms.

The New York TimesGinia Bellafante

The combination of Mr. Malone’s passion and intelligence keeps the lens too tightly focused on him when it ought to be roving with greater intensity into the worlds Mr. Malone is penetrating.