Choir Announces Sessions In Severna Park, Annapolis

The Freedom Choir will launch a new spring session in Severna Park and Annapolis beginning the first week of March. The eight-week session will culminate in a performance on April 27, celebrating the 15th anniversary of the choir. The choir's concerts have raised thousands of dollars for local, regional and national nonprofits.

The goal of the community choir is to “liberate your voice.” Led by Annie-award-winning singer and musician Elizabeth Melvin, the choir welcomes singers of all levels to experience the joy of singing in a friendly, supportive group. No audition or prior experience are required.

The repertoire of songs is eclectic and uplifting, drawing from a wealth of traditional and contemporary sources. All songs, including easy chants, rounds, layer and harmony songs, are taught by rote with no score. Singers can practice with lyrics and recordings provided on the choir website.

The session begins March 5, from 11:00am-12:15pm at St. Luke's Church, located at 1101 Bay Ridge Avenue in Annapolis, and March 9, from 7:30pm-8:45pm at Woods Memorial Church, located at 611 Baltimore Annapolis Boulevard in Severna Park. With registration, choose one of these two locations and days, but singers are welcome to attend either one or both each week. The cost is $150 for the session, with registration online at www.thefreedomchoir.com.

Want to try out the choir? Drop-ins are welcome during the first week for $20. To reserve a drop-in space, email contact@thefreedomchoir.com and put “Drop-In” in the subject line.