All-Philly Big Sing


All-Philly Big Sing

Mendelssohn Chorus of Philadelphia's inaugural All-Philly Big Sing was a resounding success! On September 8th, nearly 400 singers gathered at Rodeph Shalom for an afternoon of joyful community singing. Guest conductors from choruses across Philadelphia, and featuring singer, song writer Moira Smiley, guided participants through a diverse repertoire including traditional folk songs, spirituals, and even a lively rap about Philadelphia! The enthusiasm and energy in the room were palpable as voices united in harmony. Given the overwhelming positive response, we are thrilled to announce that we will definitely be planning another All-Philly Big Sing for next season. Stay tuned for details!


Photography/photos by RAHanes

What people are saying about

All-Philly Big Sing

I was several times moved almost to tears to hear such a large diverse group singing about and, therefore, thinking about important common themes.

The event was so positive and uplifting!! It was also SO much fun too! I brought a guest and she loved it and looks forward to coming next year! The guest artists were absolutely wonderful!!!

I loved learning the songs all together without sheet music. It was so freeing to learn by listening and hear our voices come together as one! It was healing for my soul.

 All-Philly Big Sing Song Leaders

ABOUT THE ARTWORK

Infinite Joy (Jonathan J. Wallace) – Spiraling out from a shimmering center, a sunny flower bursts open – each petal connected by a never-ending loop – asserting, protesting, and celebrating itself within this world. At a time when so much still seems uncertain, it’s important for us as a community to remember the things that are certain: our ability to control our own joy, and our strength to fuel our communal joy infinitely.


Read more about Jonathan J. Wallace here.

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