A Sanctuary of Sound: Why We Sing "The Gift of Love"
- AfterGlow Chorus
- May 14
- 2 min read
At AfterGlow, we create a "sanctuary of sound"—a space where music serves as a bridge to emotional healing. Our upcoming Summer season, "The Gift of Love," is specifically designed to provide comfort to patients, caregivers, and those navigating loss through the power of the human voice.
Professional Choral Blend and A Cappella Excellence
What does the AfterGlow "wall of sound" actually feel like? While the following video features a holiday favorite, it perfectly demonstrates the choral blend and a cappella precision we bring to every program.
Listen to the warmth of the ensemble and the tuning of the unaccompanied voices—this is the caliber of musicianship we are looking for this summer:
Summer 2026 Choir Auditions: San Francisco Bay Area
We are currently seeking versatile SATB musicians to join our roster of 40 high-caliber vocalists.
Why experienced singers choose AfterGlow:
⏱️ Respect for Your Time: We trade months of slow rehearsals for a "high-octane" four-week sprint. We provide music in advance so you can master your part independently, allowing rehearsal time to focus entirely on artistry and blend.
🎓 A Peer Group of Excellence: You will be singing alongside dedicated, technically proficient musicians. Many of our vocalists have studied voice and music at the collegiate or advanced level, bringing a high degree of musical literacy to the ensemble.
❤️ A Purpose-Driven Mission: Beyond the technical challenge, you’ll be part of a program intended to provide genuine emotional healing to the Oakland community.
At a Glance: The Summer '26 Cycle
Voice Parts: Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass
Cost: Zero Tuition / Zero Fees
Rehearsal Location: St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, at Lake Merritt in Oakland.
Transit & Parking: An easy walk from 19th St. Oakland BART (a quick 15-minute trip for our San Francisco-based members); free parking available.
Rehearsals: 8 Intensive sessions (Mon/Wed) starting July 13.
Concerts: Sunday, August 9 & Sunday, August 16.
The "Gift of Love" Repertoire: A Virtuosic Challenge
Our Summer cycle challenges the ensemble with a sophisticated range of textures, from the rhythmic complexity of Orbán to the lush, modern harmonic language of LaVoy:
Contemporary & Classical: Angele Dei (LaBarr), Ubi Caritas (Duruflé), Daemon Irrepit Callidus (Orbán), Alleluia (LaVoy), Salmo 150 (Aguiar), O Holy Lord (Dett), and When You Are Old (Heruth).
Powerful Spirituals: Wade in the Water (Gibbs), I Want Jesus to Walk with Me (Hogan), and Wanna Die Easy When I Die (Barnwell).
Gospel & Soul: Healing (Smallwood), If I Can Help Somebody (Carter), The Storm Is Passing Over (Vails), and Sam Cooke’s Bring It on Home to Me.
Jazz: Pure Imagination (arr. Greg Murai).
Claim Your Audition Slot
Auditions are being scheduled now. If you are an experienced vocalist with a passion for high-intensity ensemble work and mission-driven performance, we would love to hear you.
Whether you are based in the East Bay, San Francisco, Peninsula, South Bay, or North Bay, we invite you to visit our audition page to learn more about our process and select your time slot.
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