Impressions
the art of making music

The program for this concert, Impressions: The Art of Making Music, is a blend of classical and contemporary styles, featuring a wide spectrum of French and American composers. Some pieces are well-known, others are well-kept secrets, but all are works of art and well worth our attention. We hope you will enjoy our impressions of these musical masterpieces.

Three performances only! You can purchase tickets online for the performance of your choice (see below), from any Colla Voce member, or at the door.

Saturday, June 7, 2008 4:00 PM Community Congregational Church United Church of Christ 1305 W. 2nd Street, Benicia, CA All proceeds from this performance benefit Solano Pride Center. Tickets are $20 plus a $1 service charge if purchased online (to cover PayPal costs).

Sunday, June 8, 2008 4:00 PM Unity Church of the Valley 350 N. Orchard Avenue, Vacaville, CA All proceeds from this performance benefit Solano Pride Center. Tickets are $20 plus a $1 service charge if purchased online (to cover PayPal costs).

Sunday, June 15, 2008 4:00 PM University Lutheran Chapel 2425 College Avenue (at Haste Street), Berkeley, CA All proceeds from this performance benefit Health Through Art. Tickets are $20 plus a $1 service charge if purchased online (to cover PayPal costs).

Colla Voce is a men's ensemble founded in February 2004. Based in San Francisco, Colla Voce provides support, awareness, and outreach to the gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender community through musical performances and by donating 100% of net proceeds from concert ticket sales to other charitable organizations.

Interested in joining Colla Voce? We are always seeking singing members who are committed to rehearsals, performances, and giving back to the community. Contact our Music Director at musicdirector@colla-voce.org for information on audition dates and times.

Colla Voce is a member of GALA Choruses (Gay and Lesbian Association of Choruses). www.galachoruses.org

We are Colla Voce: a men's vocal ensemble with extensive choral experience, a love of singing, and a commitment to our community. "Colla voce" is an Italian phrase in music meaning "following the voice" and signifies from whom the other instruments take their lead.

Under the direction of our music director, Steve Ng, the voices of Colla Voce envelope the audience in a rhapsody of resplendent music, rich in beauty, memories, inspiration, and fun. Each singer brings his own considerable musical talent to the group, averaging over 15 years of musical experience, creating a natural harmony and easy camaraderie that comes across in our performances.

Colla Voce is committed to continuing the fine tradition of making beautiful music while raising needed funds for our community. We would love to share our love of singing and fellowship with you, and ask that you consider Colla Voce for your next community event.