THE ORPHANSPORKS
RUTGERS UNIVERSITY CO-ED A CAPPELLA
The OrphanSporks is one of the six a cappella groups at Rutgers University, New Brunswick. Founded in 1999 by Tom Mullaney, the group features approximately fourteen Rutgers students who arrange and sing pop, rock, and soul melodies to audiences around campus and the greater Tri-State Area. The “Sporks” are known for their energetic performance style, powerful vocals, signature multi-colored shirts, and frequent participation in charity events.
About Us
In 2017, we released our fourth studio album, Tracks! A collaborative work between current members and alumni, the album features covers from famous pop, alternative, and hip-hop artists. A lot of time, effort, and talent went into this album, and we love how it turned out! Check it out on iTunes and Spotify!
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The OrphanSporks competed in the International Championship of Collegiate A Cappella for the first time in 2010, taking first place in the Northeast Quarterfinals, and second place in the Northeast Semifinals, receiving recognition in the Rutgers University's own Daily Targum newspaper. The Sporks have maintained their reputation as one of the top a cappella groups on campus and continuously work to improve upon their musical skills and on-campus presence.