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Young students shine at Get Amp’D Solo Showcase at Metro

Young students were given a unique opportunity to perform on one of the most legendary stages in Chicago, allowing them to demonstrate their skills and make a lasting impression.

From one young singer to the next, dozens of student artists showed out at the Get Amp’D Solo Showcase held at the Metro on Sunday.

The afternoon was filled with talent, passion and energy as each performer brought their unique style to the stage.

Uniting Voices Chicago Brings First Solo Showcase To Metro Stage This Weekend

Students from across the city will take the stage at the Metro this weekend for the first-ever Uniting Voices Chicago solo performance showcase, highlighting their talents for a day to remember.

On Sunday, Uniting Voices Chicago will host its Get Amp’d Solo Showcase at Metro, 3730 N. Clark St. The unique event gives students the opportunity to perform solo in an intimate, professional setting — the same setting where artists like Pearl Jam, Foo Fighters, Bob Dylan, Billie Eillish and Mavis Staples have performed over the Metro’s 40-plus year history.

“Metro has a long tradition of supporting Chicago’s music community, and this showcase is an extension of that mission,” Metro owner Joe Shanahan said. “That’s what we rest our laurels on. We want to continue to find, nurture and forage new voices across the city and this is another way for us to do that.”

Uniting Voices Creates a More Harmonious World Through Music

Uniting Voices is open to students ages 6 to 18. Anyone who joins Uniting Voices is not required to have prior musical experience and will learn technique and a history of different kinds of music. Rehearsals run twice a week and several workshops include appearances from acclaimed artists. Those interested can visit the Uniting Voices website for additional information.

“We call Uniting Voices Chicago’s best kept secret,” says Lee. “With music, you can process your emotions, share and elevate each other, bring out the hope in each other and inspire each other to do great things while creating a more harmonious world together.”

Uniting Voices Chicago chosen for Bears' My Cause My Cleats initiative

Local nonprofit 'Uniting Voices Chicago' has been selected for the Bears' My Cause My Cleats' initiative. Uniting Voices President talks about what the honor means to the organization on FOX 31.

Chicago Weekend Guide: Ugly sweater crawl, Songs of the Season, final Randolph Street Market

🎶 Uniting Voices — Songs of the Season

• Hear the renowned children's choir, including a citywide ensemble of high schoolers, sing holiday carols.
• 7pm Saturday at the Harris Theater, just steps from Millennium Park

Songs of the Season – Uniting Voices – December 14 at 7 p.m.

Celebrate the vibrancy of the winter season and the wonder of young voices coming together with Songs of the Season, featuring Voice of Chicago, Uniting Voices, Chicago’s world-renowned citywide ensemble of high schoolers, and select Neighborhood Choir singers! Songs of the Season is a rousing concert of holiday hits, choral classics and unexpected seasonal tunes. This all-ages performance is a perfect night out with family and friends to celebrate the winter season.

Performance Run Time: Approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes, including intermission.

The Harris Theater is located at 205 E. Randolph St. For information, visit harristheaterchicago.org.

Things to do around the Chicago area this weekend: Songs of the Season

Looking for something to do as the holiday season hits fever pitch? There are plenty of activities around the Chicago area to choose from this weekend.

Concert: Uniting Voices Chicago- 'Songs of the Season'

WHAT: Enjoy 'Songs of the Season' with Uniting Voices Chicago, featuring high schoolers and neighborhood choir singers.

WHERE: Harris Theater, 205 E. Randolph, Chicago, IL,

WHEN: Saturday, Dec. 14, 7pm

How to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month in Chicago

Chicago is a city renowned for its rich cultural diversity, and there’s no better time to experience this than during National Hispanic Heritage Month.

From Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, the city comes alive with celebrations that honor the contributions of the Hispanic and Latine communities. Whether you’re a lifelong Chicagoan or a first-time visitor, there are countless ways to immerse yourself in Chicago’s vibrant Hispanic cultures this month and all year long.

So get out and explore the neighborhoods, savor the flavors, and join in the festivities that make National Hispanic Heritage Month one of the most exciting times of the year in Chicago.

Canto Latino “Alma del Sur” from Uniting Voices (Oct. 5)

Today in Culture: Uniting Voices Chicago Sets Season

Uniting Voices Chicago announces its upcoming season with performances across the city, including “Canto Latino” at Senka Park, Voice of Chicago’s winter concert “Songs of the Season” at Harris Theater, the Black Futures Concert Series at Chicago Symphony Center and the spring performance at Pritzker Pavilion. Uniting Voices students will also perform as part of “La Bohème” at Lyric Opera of Chicago in March and Mäkelä Conducts Mahler 3 at Chicago Symphony Orchestra in April. “This season will showcase Uniting Voices singers harmonizing an enchanting mix of original songs, classical works, contemporary tunes and music from around the world.” Registration is open for Uniting Voices after-school programs for youth in communities across the city.

Uniting Voices Chicago unveils 2024-25 season and opens registration

Uniting Voices Chicago has unveiled its 2024-25 season, promising a series of engaging and diverse performances that aim to inspire and unite the community. Celebrating both emerging talents and seasoned performers, the season offers a rich mix of concerts and special events.

Featured performances this season will include the Uniting Voices youth ensembles’ annual winter concert ‘Songs of the Season’ at Harris Theater, a South American-themed performance ‘Canto Latino: Alma Del Sur’ at Senka Park, and a Black History Month performance at the Chicago Symphony Center called ‘Afrofuturism: The Freedom Metropolis.’ To end the season, the annual ‘Paint the Town Red’ concert will take place at Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park.

Registration is now open for the Uniting Voices Chicago after-school programs, which welcome youth ages 6-18 to participate in musical training and participate in this season’s performances. Tuition is based on family income and starts at $50 per year.

Uniting Voices Chicago Hosts SoundBites Showcase

Uniting Voices Chicago (formerly Chicago Children’s Choir) presented a musical showcase called SoundBites at Walden Chicago. The fundraiser featured the talents of its world-renowned high school ensemble and alumni-led band.

DJ Matt Roan emceed the fundraiser, which was attended by board chair Ellen-Blair Chube, Rohit Chandra, Ranjana Rajendran and nearly 250 young professionals who savored cocktails and hors d’oeuvres provided by the venue while taking in the music.

The event raised over $100,000 in support of Uniting Voices’ youth empowerment and music education programs, benefiting more than 3,000 Chicago youths.

Uniting Voices Chicago take over Pritzker Pavilion for 'Paint the Town Red'

Dozens of talented young Chicagoans took the stage Thursday at the Pritzker Pavilion.