A terrific Tuesday

It was good to be back with the MANNA singers. Last week I was sick with a cold, but thankfully the wonderful musician Cale Israel was able to step in. I was really impressed with the way the choir sounded on Prince’s “Purple Rain” which they learned while I was absent. At the beginning of […]

First Pop-Up Performance

On Tuesday, October 22, the MANNA Singers had their first performance on the steps of the cathedral. We met at the usual time, for a quick PB&J and warm-up before the performance. Overall the group was nervous and excited about what was to come. Will people want to listen? Is anyone going to be there? […]

Pop-Up Coming Up!

At this week’s rehearsal, we were happy to welcome a newly donated Yamaha keyboard and stand into the choir that came from a nice couple in Medford. Rehearsal began with body and vocal warmups, partner songs, and then learning a new song: Bob Dylan’s “Blowin’ in the Wind.” The lyrics spoke to our hearts in […]