Our History
The Villanova Spires was founded in 1961 by Tom Picardo with help from his friend Tim Hauser, who, after attending Villanova, founded The Manhattan Transfer, a successful jazz fusion ensemble. In 1962, Jim Croce and his later producer Tommy West, joined the new, folk music group. At the time, they were known as The Coventry Lads. The original Villanova Spires was composed of Jack Armstrong, Jack Blake, Jim Croce, Tim Hauser, Jim Quinn, Frank Romano, Ron Sisca, and John Sperger.
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Jim Croce graduated from Villanova in 1965 and became an American Folk and Popular Rock singer in the 1960's and 1970's, producing 5 albums, 11 singles and two #1 singles on the Billboard Hot 100.
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Since the 60's, the music evolved throughout the years, and now the men of the Spires sing A Cappella. The group continues to produce a great sound and put on an exciting live show.
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To this day the Spires strive to perpetuate the tradition of excellence promoted by our predecessors.
What We Do
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Concerts
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SpOlooza​
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First semester all-group A Cappella concert benefiting Special Olympics
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AcaPalooza
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Second semester all-group A Cappella concert in Jake Nevin Field House
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Semester End
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Final concert shared with one other group at the end of Fall and Spring semesters showcasing all songs we've learned
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Tour​
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Destinations
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Yale, Boston College, Brown, Providence, Haverford, and many more to come!
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Sing and socialize with other incredible a cappella groups!​
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Service/Community Outreach
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St. Thomas of Villanova Day of Service
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Puerto Rico Benefit Concert
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