Stronger in Song: Music that Builds Community
Stronger in Song: Music that Builds Community
A collaboration between Resonate Choral Arts and Avery Hill Ukulele Studio
In hard times, we turn to each other for comfort, strength, and help, and we know that MUSIC reminds us that we are so much more than the mere sum of our parts!
Resonate’s treble chorus, Avery Hill's ukulele studio, soloists, guest artists, (and even the audience!) will band together to share songs to uplift and strengthen. We’ll be singing songs from the civil rights movement to the present day–world-famous songs to pieces written by local artists. There is power in our voices. That power is amplified when we raise them with others and for beauty and justice!
This concert is a benefit for AMP (Artist Mentorship Program,) a community music and art program for youth 15-24 years old who are experiencing homelessness in Portland, OR. AMP works to build healthy communication and relationships with these youth and support them while they navigate being homeless. AMP offers youth a place to express themselves through music and art in an environment that's goal is to be safe and drug and alcohol free.
Students from AMP will open this concert, and there will be a bake sale!
Suggested donation at the door is $20 or $15 for students/seniors.
Stronger in Song: Music that Builds community
Stronger in Song: Music that Builds Community
A collaboration between Resonate Choral Arts and Avery Hill Ukulele Studio
In hard times, we turn to each other for comfort, strength, and help, and we know that MUSIC reminds us that we are so much more than the mere sum of our parts!
Resonate’s treble chorus, Avery Hill's ukulele studio, soloists, guest artists, (and even the audience!) will band together to share songs to uplift and strengthen. We’ll be singing songs from the civil rights movement to the present day–world-famous songs to pieces written by local artists. There is power in our voices. That power is amplified when we raise them with others and for beauty and justice!
All proceeds from this concert will benefit the Marie Equi Center! The Marie Equi Center enriches the health of trans, queer, intersex and gender diverse communities through trauma-informed care, culturally-affirming service and social justice advocacy. Their vision is an LGBTQAI2S+ community, free of stigma, where all have access to high quality healthcare, advocacy, and programs. Come learn more about the work they are doing and the center they opened last fall. Raise your voice for a worthy cause, and let the music lift you up too!
Buy your tickets here.
Songs of the Sphere
Resonate Choral Arts presents: Songs of the Sphere
A sonic celebration of the natural world, with music by Kristin Gordon and visual art by Beth Lorio.
Resonate Choral Arts, Glam Country, Fifth Sunday, Bex Beloved, the Oracle Chorus, plus more local musicians collaborate in this imaginative and moving suite of sonic oracle cards. Each song and image give voice to an element of nature, inviting you into conversation with the planet that sustains us. Come explore the intersection of beauty and mystery!
Resonate Choral Arts is a Portland treble choir known for its collaborations with local artists, from storytellers to songwriters to local theater companies.
Glam Country, fronted by songwriter Nik Kemmer, is a Portland glam rock/country band, seen rocking haunts like Laurelthirst, Rontoms, and Alberta Street Pub.
Fifth Sunday is a nine-voice classical ensemble, performing favorite choral pieces from Lauridsen to Rheinberger.
Bex Beloved turns their violin, vocals and whistling into an orchestra of layers, building soundscapes out of loops and haunting effects.
The Oracle Chorus makes its debut at Songs of the Sphere, bringing 7-part harmonies to these odes to nature.
Come for an afternoon of textures, harmonies, color and poetry, inspiring a deeper connection to our planet and the beings that live here.
First Rehearsal for Songs of the Sphere!
Our first rehearsal is a great way to see if this group is the choir for you! Come play some singing games, meet the group, and get a sneak peak of the music for our upcoming season. First rehearsal is free! The choir is open to all treble-singers who can match pitch, hold a harmony part and attend regular rehearsals. Scholarships are available as needed.
Choir Building Season!
Come to our first “rehearsal’ on April 1. This season will be a an eight-week skill building class with lots of vocal technique, body awareness and listening exercises. Our voices are our instruments, and we’re going to spend two months learning more about their potential to create beauty with ease. We’ll learn some songs, but if we do a performance, it will be very informal. Cost is TBD. Audition requirements are waived for this season. All treble voices welcome. Join us on Monday, April 1 from 7-8:30 at Leaven Community Center, 5431 NE 20th Ave.
Homemade Jams '24
Resonate Choral Arts present Homemade Jams
10 local songwriters, a treble choir and live band
Homemade Jams AMP Fundraiser
In its third season, HOMEMADE JAMS combines the artistry of 10 local songwriters with the power of Resonate's 26-voice choir. The event will feature the pieces of ten songwriters arranged for choir, songwriter and a live band. Don't miss this inspiring collaboration!
Featuring:
Clara Baker
Anny Celsi
Jana Crenshaw
Forest Veil
Avery Hill
Mack John
Mikki Jordan
Nik Kemmer
KÍmNEMÁ
Erin Wallace
The Artist Mentorship Program (AMP) is a Portland based non-profit that provides a creative space for homeless youth to build healthy, relationship-centered communities through music and art activities.
AMP offers an amazing space in our community, and we’re excited to offer this performance with all proceeds going to AMP. At this show, the youth will be our opening act!
Suggest donation $20+ (donate at the door). All proceeds go to AMP.
If you can’t make the show, but still would like to support AMP’s mission in Portland, please donate here.