American Sacred Folk Music of the 18th & 19th Centuries
The sacred expressions of Appalachian Folk Hymns and Spirituals have moved generations of Americans, weaving musical tapestries of our early ancestors' lives. Experience the passionate and powerful music of a people who fervently believed in a joyous, heavenly afterlife as an end to their trials and tribulations; a people who longed for the ultimate, ecstatic reunion with the divine. You won't want to miss this stirring a capella program!
We recommend this program for ages 12 and older.
Saturday, June 7, 2025
Ballard First Lutheran Church
2006 NW 65th St, Seattle
7:30pm
Adult $25
Friday, June 13, 2025
St. John the Baptist Episcopal Church
3050 California Ave SW, West Seattle
7:30pm
Adult $25
Saturday, June 14, 2025
St. John the Baptist Episcopal Church
3050 California Ave SW, West Seattle
2:00pm matinee
Adult $25
Affordable Access & Youth (ages 12 and under) $15
*We rely on ticket sales to help meet our budget needs, yet we want people of all income levels to be able to experience our concerts. For our West Seattle 2pm matinee, in addition to our adult and youth tickets, we are offering a $15 affordable access ticket. This option is for those with limited incomes who might otherwise be unable to attend our concert.
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Not available to join us in person? Purchase our Video Viewing instead!
All tickets to live performances include a link to a video of our full program. The link will be available June 18-July 31, 2025.
VIDEO OF FULL CONCERT PROGRAM
Unlimited viewing available June 18-July 31, 2025.
Individual Viewing $25
Household Viewing (2 or more) $40
Viewing link will be provided to all ticket holders by email.
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A Fire in My Soul
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“Stunning. The choir is a conduit of the Spirit’s inner work.”
“I loved the concert. You’re an amazing talent and transmitter of joy. I expect to attend all concerts you produce, especially if they are sacred or ecstatic in any way. Your director’s musicology is astounding and the stagecraft = amazing.”
“Very physical response: I actually shivered. I cried. It’s only intermission! The concert was much fun! And the singing magnificent! Thank you!”
“I was deeply touched by the music of your choir.”



