Participants in this immersion choir will explore Latin American folk traditions through vibrant choral music, movement, and rhythm. With authentic performance practices and traditional instruments, they’ll experience the joy and depth of styles like Festejo, Cumbia, and Bomba.
Participants in this immersion choir will explore the vibrant world of African choral music, where song, rhythm, and movement unite in powerful harmony. Through authentic performance practices and practical teaching strategies, they’ll experience and learn to share the dynamic artistry and cultural traditions of African choral expression.
Discover the dynamic evolution of Gospel music, from its origins in spirituals and early 20th-century hymnody to its powerful expressions in traditional, contemporary, and praise & worship styles. This choir offers historical insight, stylistic understanding, and practical approaches for programming Gospel music in choral concerts that celebrate cultural diversity and spiritual meaning.
Participants in this immersion choir will explore how song can serve as a tool for justice, unity, and change. Through interactive rehearsal, discussion, and reflection, they’ll trace protest music across cultures and movements while discovering practical strategies and repertoire to bring social justice music to life in their own ensembles.