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SUMMARY:VocalEssence WITNESS: Symphony of Spirituals
DESCRIPTION:Lift your voice and sing for justice as VocalEssence presents songs of resilience and resistance that inspire us to continue the march towards freedom and racial reconciliation. Hear the rhythmic cry for freedom found in The Justice Symphony by Damien Geter\, featuring anthems from the Civil Rights era. \nExperience the poignant and beautiful sounds of the Negro spiritual in the world premiere performance of two newly commissioned settings by B.E. Boykin. VocalEssence WITNESS: Symphony of Spirituals will feature the VocalEssence Chorus and Ensemble Singers\, elder singers from the VocalEssence Vintage Voices\, diverse teenage choir VocalEssence Singers of This Age\, and symphony orchestra with G. Phillip Shoultz\, III\, conducting. \nContent Warnings/Age Recommendations\nThis performance is recommended for all ages. \nThemes\nThis performance highlights the role(s) that music has played throughout history\, particularly in American history. What role(s) do you think music plays today as we work towards a better world? \nAccessibility\nMany performance venues offer accessibility accommodations such as wheelchair seating\, assistive listening\, sensory ear plugs\, ASL interpretation\, open captioning\, or audio description\, among other options. These accommodations are specific to each event\, and may not be available everywhere. When registering with us\, please let us know what accommodations you need and we will follow up with you! \nTransportation\nIf you do not have access to a ride\, call Project Success and we can provide transportation for you. Please let us know if you need a ride when you make your reservation. We will need at least 2 days’ notice to set up transportation. \nChildcare\nChildcare is available for this performance. Please let us know if you need childcare when you make your reservation.
URL:https://www.projectsuccess.org/event/vocalessence-witness-symphony-of-spirituals/
LOCATION:Northrop Auditorium\, 84 Church St SE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55455
CATEGORIES:Arts
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SUMMARY:VocalEssence - Welcome Christmas 2025
DESCRIPTION:Embrace the wonder of the season as VocalEssence continues its cherished tradition of welcoming Christmas in song. Hear sounds of the season from around the globe performed by four VocalEssence choirs\, brass\, guitar\, percussion\, and Northrop’s spectacular pipe organ. Feel the holiday spirit move through you as you lend your voice to joy-filled sing-alongs that will leave you feeling uplifted\, festive\, and ready to celebrate the season.  \nArrive early and hear the sounds of the season. Organist Aaron David Miller will fill the hall with music 30 minutes prior to the concert start time and VocalEssence Singers Of This Age\, our teenage singers\, will carol in the lobby.  \nContent Warnings/Age Recommendations\nThis performance is recommended for all ages.  \nThemes  \nThis concert features music from different cultures and communities around the world. What role(s) can music play in building community and connection?  \nAccessibility\nMany performance venues offer accessibility accommodations such as wheelchair seating\, assistive listening\, sensory ear plugs\, ASL interpretation\, open captioning\, or audio description\, among other options. These accommodations are specific to each event\, and may not be available everywhere. When registering with us\, please let us know what accommodations you need and we will follow up with you!   \nTransportation\nIf you do not have access to a ride\, call Project Success and we can provide transportation for you. Please let us know if you need a ride when you make your reservation. We will need at least 2 days’ notice to set up transportation.   \nChildcare\nChildcare is available for this performance. Please let us know if you need childcare when you make your reservation.  
URL:https://www.projectsuccess.org/event/vocalessence-welcome-christmas-2025/
LOCATION:Northrop Auditorium\, 84 Church St SE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55455
CATEGORIES:Arts
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SUMMARY:WITNESS: Eyes Still On the Prize
DESCRIPTION:Be part of the journey to “keep your eyes on the prize and hold on” as you sing and experience the weaving together of stories that connect our past struggles to our present pursuit of an equitable future for all. VocalEssence joins forces with a collective of Twin Cities-based artists—actors\, dancers\, storytellers\, and musicians—presenting songs and stories centering on pivotal figures and landmark events of the Civil Rights Movement. Lift your voice to commit and continue the legacy of those who fought for freedom as we keep marching towards racial justice. \n\nPerformance Venue\nNorthrop Auditorium \nAll Performance Dates\nSunday\, 2/23 at 4pm \nContent Warnings/Age Recommendations\nThis performance is recommended for all ages.  \nThemes\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe title of the show highlights the importance of longevity in our work for a better world. It may take a long time to make the changes that we want. What is something you care about changing\, even if it takes a long time?\n\nAccessibility\nMany performance venues offer accessibility accommodations such as wheelchair seating\, assistive listening\, sensory ear plugs\, ASL interpretation\, open captioning\, or audio description\, among other options. These accommodations are specific to each event\, and may not be available everywhere. When registering with us\, please let us know what accommodations you need and we will follow up with you! \nTransportation\nIf you do not have access to a ride\, call Project Success and we can provide transportation for you. Please let us know if you need a ride when you make your reservation. We will need at least 2 days’ notice to set up transportation. \nChildcare\nChildcare is available for this performance. Please let us know if you need childcare when you make your reservation.
URL:https://www.projectsuccess.org/event/witness-eyes-still-on-the-prize/
LOCATION:Northrop Auditorium\, 84 Church St SE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55455
CATEGORIES:Arts
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SUMMARY:VocalEssence - Welcome Christmas
DESCRIPTION:Forget the hustle and bustle—take time to experience the wonder and joy of the holiday season as VocalEssence returns to the Northrop stage. Immerse yourself in new and familiar seasonal favorites\, featuring all four inspiring VocalEssence choral ensembles—Chorus\, Ensemble Singers\, Singers Of This Age\, and Vintage Voices—singing together. Mix in harp\, brass\, piano\, and percussion with Northrop’s spectacular Aeolian-Skinner pipe organ\, then add the special ingredient—your voice in rousing sing-alongs—to create the perfect recipe. You will leave feeling festive and full of holiday spirit.  \nMore about VocalEssence performing ensembles:\nVocalEssence Chorus: 110-voice chorus\nVocalEssence Ensemble Singers: 32-voice professional choir\nVocalEssence Singers Of This Age: dynamic group of 40 Twin Cities teenagers \nVocalEssence Vintage Voices: choirs from assisted living communities and senior centers  \n\n\nPerformance Venue\nNorthrop Auditorium \nAll Performance Dates\nSaturday\, Dec 7 at 4pm\nSunday\, Dec 8 at 4pm  \nContent Warnings/Age Recommendations\nThis performance is recommended for all ages. \nThemes\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis concert highlights the value of being present and enjoying ourselves\, rather than being caught up in any stresses we may experience during the winter holidays. What is something that you enjoy about this time of year? How might it help you with any stresses along the way?\n\nAccessibility\nMany performance venues offer accessibility accommodations such as wheelchair seating\, assistive listening\, sensory ear plugs\, ASL interpretation\, open captioning\, or audio description\, among other options. These accommodations are specific to each event\, and may not be available everywhere. When registering with us\, please let us know what accommodations you need and we will follow up with you! \nTransportation\nIf you do not have access to a ride\, call Project Success and we can provide transportation for you. Please let us know if you need a ride when you make your reservation. We will need at least 2 days’ notice to set up transportation. \nChildcare\nChildcare is available for this performance. Please let us know if you need childcare when you make your reservation. \nAdditional Media\n\nHere is a sample of their music:
URL:https://www.projectsuccess.org/event/vocalessence-welcome-christmas/2024-12-07/
LOCATION:Northrop Auditorium\, 84 Church St SE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55455
CATEGORIES:Arts
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SUMMARY:VocalEssence - Welcome Christmas
DESCRIPTION:Forget the hustle and bustle—take time to experience the wonder and joy of the holiday season as VocalEssence returns to the Northrop stage. Immerse yourself in new and familiar seasonal favorites\, featuring all four inspiring VocalEssence choral ensembles—Chorus\, Ensemble Singers\, Singers Of This Age\, and Vintage Voices—singing together. Mix in harp\, brass\, piano\, and percussion with Northrop’s spectacular Aeolian-Skinner pipe organ\, then add the special ingredient—your voice in rousing sing-alongs—to create the perfect recipe. You will leave feeling festive and full of holiday spirit.  \nMore about VocalEssence performing ensembles:\nVocalEssence Chorus: 110-voice chorus\nVocalEssence Ensemble Singers: 32-voice professional choir\nVocalEssence Singers Of This Age: dynamic group of 40 Twin Cities teenagers \nVocalEssence Vintage Voices: choirs from assisted living communities and senior centers  \n\n\nPerformance Venue\nNorthrop Auditorium \nAll Performance Dates\nSaturday\, Dec 7 at 4pm\nSunday\, Dec 8 at 4pm  \nContent Warnings/Age Recommendations\nThis performance is recommended for all ages. \nThemes\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis concert highlights the value of being present and enjoying ourselves\, rather than being caught up in any stresses we may experience during the winter holidays. What is something that you enjoy about this time of year? How might it help you with any stresses along the way?\n\nAccessibility\nMany performance venues offer accessibility accommodations such as wheelchair seating\, assistive listening\, sensory ear plugs\, ASL interpretation\, open captioning\, or audio description\, among other options. These accommodations are specific to each event\, and may not be available everywhere. When registering with us\, please let us know what accommodations you need and we will follow up with you! \nTransportation\nIf you do not have access to a ride\, call Project Success and we can provide transportation for you. Please let us know if you need a ride when you make your reservation. We will need at least 2 days’ notice to set up transportation. \nChildcare\nChildcare is available for this performance. Please let us know if you need childcare when you make your reservation. \nAdditional Media\n\nHere is a sample of their music:
URL:https://www.projectsuccess.org/event/vocalessence-welcome-christmas/2024-12-08/
LOCATION:Northrop Auditorium\, 84 Church St SE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55455
CATEGORIES:Arts
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