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WITNESS: Symphony of Spirituals

Lift your voice and sing as VocalEssence and live orchestra present songs of resilience and resistance that inspire all to continue the march towards freedom and racial reconciliation.

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Ensemble Singers Featuring Greg zelek

Marvel at the juxtaposition of stunning a cappella singing alongside the sonorous sounds of the four-manual Foley-Baker pipe organ.

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Available Now! How to Hold On: Songs of Comfort and Solace

VocalEssence is thrilled to announce a new album, How to Hold On: Songs of Comfort and Solace, featuring Melanie DeMore and the VocalEssence Ensemble Singers is now available!

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2025-2026 Season JUST GOT SWEETER

Join us for a season of big names, bold premieres, and breath-taking performances. Tickets available now!

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Thank you, Anita Ruth!

Anita Ruth has been a VocalEssence Teaching Artist for more than 20 years. She shared the story of how it all began as well as a favorite memory of hers from her time working in schools for the VocalEssence WITNESS School Program. Click the link below to read more.

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New Album Available Now!

VocalEssence is thrilled to announce a new album, How to Hold On: Songs of Comfort and Solace, featuring Melanie DeMore and the VocalEssence Ensemble Singers is now available! Click the button below to learn more and get the album.

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Jun 10, 2025– May 3	VocalEssence 2025-2026 Season
Jan 23	OLLI Class: Black Brilliance—Session 1: January 23
Jan 30	OLLI Class: Black Brilliance—Session 2: January 30
Feb 6	Event: Feeding Our Souls: The Essence of Food and Musical Joy
Feb 22	Concert: WITNESS: Symphony of Spirituals

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