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Soul Song Circle Singers

in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
directed by Karen Porkka CCLT 2016
porkkakaren@gmail.com | 780-481-9015
http://www.karenporkka.com/soulsongcirclesingers

The Soul Song Circle Singers invites All Voices to gather together connecting Voices and hearts with the glorious sounds of singing. This non-auditioned choir based in Edmonton, Alberta brings to life songs from around the world and all traditions with a focus on world music, gospel and spontaneous sonic devotions. We sing music that soothes uplifts and transforms our souls while honouring the circle that connects all life.

Songs are taught and sung that day, by ear, no need to read music. Just show up, share your voice and shine in the losve that is singing!

Soul Song investment or F.E.E> (Financial Energy exchange) is based on a sliding scale and no one will be turned away due to a lack of funds.

Days, times and places vary so please visit Karen’s website for current information or contact Karen by phone to answer any questions you may have.

Sound Connection Community Choir

in Errington, BC, Canada
directed by Megan Keene and Sharon Tomczyk CCLT 2015 (Megan)
keenemegan5@gmail.com | 250-228-2467
https://soundconnection.weebly.com

Sound Connection is an uplifting, non-auditioned choir for anyone (18+) who loves singing, or who has wanted to sing but has been too afraid.
Every voice is welcome!!

At Sound Connection, we believe singing creates social connectedness and a sense of belonging, and we recognize the importance of creating a safe place to find, explore and share your voice in community.

Group singing has been shown to build social connections and generate a collective identity. Simply put, individuals who sing/breathe/move together, feel together. In fact, some theorists claim that one evolutionary purpose of group singing is social bonding.

Sound Connection is a proud Ubuntu choirs network member and believes that singing is our birthright even the shyest of voices can re-discover the joy of singing.

The choir may have opportunities to participate in community song sharing events, should they choose, but we are not a “performance based choir”

Reading sheet music is not a requirement for being in this choir.

No experience necessary – but an eagerness to learn a must. Attendance at all sessions is encouraged!

Spirit’s Call Choir

in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
directed by Jeremy Vallance CCLT 2014
info@spiritscallchoir.ca | 204-557-8137
http://www.spiritscallchoir.ca

Spirit’s Call choir is an inclusive, all-ages, non-audition, non-religious teaching choir that brings community together in joyful harmony. We sing for personal, choral and global harmony, and encourage everyone to sing out because to us, sharing our voices and our joy with everyone around us is what matters most.

Taking It Outside

in Bay Area (various locations), California, USA
directed by Sara Stutz CCLT 2023
TheLivingRoomChoir@gmail.com |
https://livingroomchoir.com/taking-it-outside/

At various locations around the Bay Area
A protest/march/public-outreach focused branch of the Living Room Choir community + friends,
led by Sara Stutz (she/her)
Email TheLivingRoomChoir@gmail.com, ATTN: Sara to be added to the Signal thread.

TC Sings!

in Traverse City, Michigan, USA
directed by Heather Kingham CCLT 2012
heather@tcsings.org | 503-422-6515
http://www.tcsings.org

Love to sing, even if it’s only in the shower? Come experience the joy of singing with others in a fun, relaxed, and accepting atmosphere. TC Sings! is an inclusive choir community, welcoming all voices and all people, singing songs from a variety of world cultures and traditions in three- and four-part harmony. Everything is taught orally; there is no need to read music, and no previous singing experience is required. Singing is our birthright; join us!

The Choral Conspiracy (of Kitsilano!)

in Vancouver, BC, Canada
directed by Patti Powell CCLT 2006-07
pattipowellchoirs@gmail.com | 604-999-9203

Tuesday nights 7-9pm
St James Community Square, room 104
3214 Musqueamview Street (formerly Trutch) at 10th avenue.
 
We’re pretty much the same gang and goals as the Acapellaboratory, just on the west side! 
Good people, good music, good times! 
 
Usually 3 terms per year to sign up for, between 8 and 12 weeks long. About $160 for 12 weeks, some subsidy available. Write to pattipowellchoirs@gmail.com for info and to register.

The Freedom Choir

in Annapolis, Maryland, USA
directed by Elizabeth Melvin CCLT 2010
contact@thefreedomchoir.com | 410-271-5687
http://thefreedomchoir.com

The Freedom Choir is a place to liberate your voice and revel in the age-old tradition of singing together with others. In a fun, stress-free environment we sing songs from around the corner and around the world. Directed by Elizabeth Melvin, we explore vocal music and harmonies from South Africa, Irish blessings, African-American gospel, new singer-songwriter music, classic pop songs and more. Although we rehearse in a church, we are a community choir that is non-affiliated with any religion or creed.

No audition or experience is necessary. Most songs are taught in the oral tradition, by rote, line by line in call and response fashion. Written lyrics and sheet music are occasionally provided, but you do not need to be able to read music. You will be thrilled at how quickly you will be singing with others in four-part harmony. All ages 13+ are welcome to take part in the joy of music making. Those under 13 are invited to join when accompanied by an adult.

The emphasis is not on public performance, but rather on creating community and having fun through shared song. However, there are several opportunities for small performances throughout the year, participation optional. We perform an annual concert in the Spring, with all proceeds going to local non-profit organizations.

The Golden Bridge Community Choir

in Los Angeles, California, USA
directed by Maggie Wheeler and Emile Hassan Dyer CCLT 2004 & 2007
mjw@bigobjects.com |
http://goldenbridgechoir.com

The Golden Bridge Choir sings songs of spirit, struggle, liberation and celebration from around the globe. Maggie & Emile share a strong interest in African music as well as music from the African American tradition. They strive to create a safe, inspirational & joyful environment that allows for the participation of adults as well as children. Part of their vision incorporates providing a creative arts child care component that allows younger children to accompany their parents and be occupied in the space while the session is taking place. The children also participate in the singing as special material is included for them and worked on toward the end of each session.

Come raise your voices with us and experience the deep , healing power of singing in community.

Newcomers and beginners are welcome! No sight reading is necessary.

Sundays, 12:30 am–1:50 pm, at Wanderlust Hollywood, 1375 North Highland Avenue, Los Angles, Ca. 90028 $210 for a session of 14 Sundays.

www.maggiewheeler.net
www.emilehassan.com

The One Voices

in Powell River, BC, Canada
directed by Julia Adam CCLT 2012
singitpowellriver@gmail.com | 604-483-1143

  • Is based on the belief that together we can all sing well
  • Recognizes singing as a birthright
  • Is committed to building community through song and the joy of being together
  • Is non-auditioned and celebrates the contribution of ALL voices – inexperienced or otherwise!
  • Ensures a safe singing environment
  • Works to enhance singing in our daily lives
  • Focuses on songs about the human condition and cultural stories from around the globe
  • Operates largely in the oral tradition
  • Focuses on the process of singing. Although beautiful songs and harmonies emerge, the end product is not a key focus of this choir.

It’s simply a splendid bonus!

The Song Kitchen Choir

in Wakefield, Quebec, Canada
directed by Chris MacLean CCLT 2015
chrism@chrismaclean.com | 613-316-1396
http://www.chrismaclean.com

The Song Kitchen Choir is a non-auditioned, acapella community choir open to singers of ALL ABILITIES. The songs are taught in the oral tradition and the ability to read sheet music is not required. Our repertoire includes Folk, Pop, Gospel, and World music songs from many cultural and spiritual secular traditions. We sing in round, in unison, and in shimmering harmony. The main agenda is to connect with others, build confidence in our voices, and to have FUN! The benefits of group singing include increased energy and alertness; and reduced stress and anxiety. Meanwhile, we are creating harmony that ripples out into the world!