Portland Symphonic Choir Summer Sings 2 – Deep Dive: A Dialogue on Access & Inclusivity in Choral Music in PDX
Free (RSVP required to participate)
- Judy A. Rose, conductor
Judy A. Rose, composer and conductor, leads assembled singers for a Summer Sings Deep Dive.
About Portland Symphonic Choir
Established in 1945, the Portland Symphonic Choir has carried out this mission for almost eight decades: "To sing choral masterworks with excellence and passion and to engage, educate, and inspire its members and the community." With a notable reputation and long-standing commitment to the Pacific Northwest, the 100-person chorus includes musicians, students, retirees, and an assortment of working professionals. A central figure in the legacy of choral music in Portland, the Choir achieves excellence in musicianship, celebrates community through music, builds a sustainable musical legacy, and curates an inclusive musical space.
https://www.pschoir.org/About Judy A. Rose, conductor
Judy A. Rose has a B.S. and M.Ed from Portland State University. She worked for Portland Public Schools as a music teacher for 20 years. Judy has been an active music director, collaborative pianist, and singer in the Vancouver, WA/Portland Metro area. Judy enjoys playing the Native American Flute, birding, wildlife photography, and spending time with her family. Judy and her spouse share their home with Naomi, a rescued Cardigan corgi and Chesapeake retriever mix in Portland, OR.
https://www.judyarose.com/