Mission Statement
Sing Out Loud is an inviting and safe community for young singers to share in musical excellence while building confidence and world perspective. Our choirs encourage singers to have an open heart, practice courage, bravery and pride as they realize the impact music can have on the world. Singers will make lasting connections as they inspire each other to be the best version of themselves. Sing Out Loud strives to encourage our audiences to feel the love and hope that we have for the world, as we sing together. Through our core values we will more broadly impact each other and the world.
Impact and Programs
Accomplishments
In the previous year, our organization served 117 young people and their families as part of a young women's choir organization. Programming included regular rehearsals, concerts for large audiences, outreach performances and projects, and an international tour to Montreal. These experiences gave our singers the chance to connect with other people, make friends in a non-school environment, and improve their musical skills. We also did a collaboration with Resounding Voices, a local choir for people with dementia. This was impactful in that we were educated about the truths of dementia, and we had new experiences and met new people. Our audiences drew more than 1400 people.
Current Goals
This year, we hope to serve more youth than we served last year (117) through direct programming. We plan to collaborate with the Southeast Regional Crisis Center, with a focus on suicide prevention. Our goal in this regard is to raise awareness throughout our community about the incredible services this organization provides. We will do this through special performances, educational opportunities, and music selection.
Community or Constituency Served
We serve youth treble singers ages 6-18, through participation in three community girls choirs.
Geographic Area Served
We serve the counties of Olmsted, Dodge, Goodhue, Wabasha, Winona, Houston, Fillmore, and Mower in Minnesota, as well as Cerro Gordo county in Iowa.
