Spring Sing Again - NANAIMO Mondays @2pm
Sing Again community choir - Free your voice and sing in harmony by ear, in a joyful, inclusive group / song circle.
It’s all about joy and connection, rather than performance or perfection. We are a diverse range of voices from beginners to experienced harmonizers - every voice belongs.
Spring Sing Again NANAIMO -Tuesdays 7pm
Sing Again community choir - Free your voice and sing in harmony by ear, in a joyful, inclusive group / song circle.
It’s all about joy and connection, rather than performance or perfection. We are a diverse range of voices from beginners to experienced harmonizers - every voice belongs.
Our Tuesday evening group will end April 22 (because after that, I’m joining Nico Rhodes’ “Hullabaloo” choir on Tuesday nights - why don’t you?)
Spring Sing Again PARKSVILLE -Thursdays 3:30pm
Sing Again community choir - Free your voice and sing in harmony by ear, in a joyful, inclusive group / song circle.
It’s all about joy and connection, rather than performance or perfection. We are a diverse range of voices from beginners to experienced harmonizers - every voice belongs.
Forest Songs - Meditative Singing Walk with April Laurie
I’m excited to present April Laurie in this playful, creative community event! Join us and interact with nature with our voices! Link coming soon…
Heartwood Trio: THE WELL TREE Storytelling Musical and Vocal Workshop
I’m thrilled to present of my favourite songwriters, Sarina Partridge, who is coming to Nanaimo with her trio, Heartwood!
Join Heartwood Trio in Nanaimo for an afternoon community singing workshop, an evening storytelling musical, or BOTH!
3:00-5:00pm Vocal Workshop (in the Hall)
5:00-6:00 Potluck Supper
6:30-8:30 The Well Tree: an original storytelling musical (in the Sanctuary)
Workshop $40 / The Well Tree $30 / Combo $55 (Youth under 18: half price)
*No one turned away for lack of funds*. Get your tickets here
Heartwood is a trio of singers and instrumentalists (Sarina Partridge from Minnesota, Heidi Wilson from Vermont, and Willy Klemetson from Maine) creating new music born from time in wild places. With rich vocal harmonies and inviting lyrics, they create music in collaboration with the natural world and weave songs that invite people to join in the singing.
Vocal Workshop Immerse yourself in an experience of embodied, joyful, and connected singing with the skilled songleaders and facilitators of Heartwood. Sarina, Willy and Heidi will bring original, harmony-rich, accessible songs, speaking to the wild without and within. All songs will be taught in the oral tradition, no need to read sheet music to participate. All voices are welcome and needed!
The Well Tree Join Heartwood for an all-ages, immersive, participatory journey through song and story. The Well Tree is a three-person musical, accompanied by a ‘crankie’ - an illuminated, papercut, hand-cranked scroll. It is an original 'singing story' about wild journeying and remembering kinship -- the tale of a young woman moving beyond the fog of isolation to meet songbirds, snails and ancient trees as she travels through these unraveling times, finding her way home. The three members of Heartwood – Heidi Wilson, Willy Clemetson, and Sarina Partridge – are the actors, musicians and the crew that runs the crankie (created by papercut artist Jennifer Jones) – and the audience will be invited in to help sing pieces of the story.
The afternoon workshop will be in the church hall (entrance on Wesley St.)
The evening musical will be in the sanctuary, the prize venue of Nanaimo's singing culture, with its marvellous acoustics!
Heartwood will also be in Comox on May 25 and Victoria on May xx. Learn more at www.heartwoodtrio.com
Tickets are available now on Eventbrite, or if you prefer to pay by cash or e-transfer: please email sylvia@sylviahumble.ca
Walk-ins are welcome while capacity allows.
No-one turned away for lack of funds. If cost is a barrier, please email Sylvia: sylvia@sylviahumble.ca
Please check out the Eventbrite page for videos and details.
BIG SPRING SING - Lantzville
Join us for the season-end gathering of our Sing Again community choir circle, where folks from my Nanaimo and Parksville groups will join together to sing the songs we’ve been learning so far this year. A couple of pop songs (Here Comes The Sun, Seven Bridges Road) and some uplifting songs from the community singing movement that are short and easy to learn (Coco Love Alcorn, Ma Muse, Lea Morris, Sarina Partridge). This is not a concert, this is community singing - all are welcome to sing with us! Listeners are welcome too.
Song Circle: 1:30 - 3pm
Tea / Snack Potluck: 3 - 4pm
Special guest April Laurie will lead us in a vocal-play warmup, and join us on percussion while we sing the songs.
Stay for ginger tea and bring a finger-food snack to share in the potluck afterwards if you’d like!
Whether you do or do not consider yourself a singer, sharing the joy of singing is our human birthright. It's about connection, not perfection.
Suggested donation: $15 - no one turned away for lack of funds.
RSVP on Eventbrite - or just show up!
The Singing Soul - Improvisational A Capella with David Hatfield
The Singing Soul - Improvisational A Capella with David Hatfield
A Swingin' Swayin' Funk Bump Afro Gospel Sacred Soulful Blues Chant Jam Feelin' Hi Mash-up!!
Community Christmas Sing-along with Sylvia and Friends
Do you miss the joy of singing Christmas carols with friends and family? Join local song leader and ukulelist Sylvia Humble and pianist Chrissandra Unger in this third annual Christmas sing-along event at the beautiful McMillan Arts Center. We’ll sing Christmas favorites from traditional carols to pop classics, and lyrics will be projected up on the big screen. Also featuring special guest pianist and vocalist James Pham, whose version of “White Christmas” is out of this world!
ALL VOICES WELCOME.
Tickets are $20, available via the MAC Box Office 250-248-8185 www.mcmillanartscentre.com
Or in person at: 133 McMillan Street, Upper Level, Parksville
You can also check out Sylvia’s Christmas playlist recorded at The MAC: www.youtube.com/@sylviahumblemusic
Sylvia is also available to lead custom sing-alongs at private parties and corporate events. Add joy and connection to your Christmas gathering and invite your friends and family, or colleagues, to sing together! To enquire, please email sylvia@sylviahumble.ca
Songs of Peace - Community Sing & Potluck
Join the circle as we sing songs of peace, in harmony. Potluck following. All voices are welcome.
Songs of Hope - Nanaimo Community Sing
Join the circle as we sing songs of hope, in harmony. All voices are welcome.
Cookies & Carols - City of Parksville
I’m delighted that the City of Parksville has invited me to lead a carol sing at their annual free event, “Cookies, Carols & More”! We’ll sing a few traditional carols as well as lots of Christmas pop classics. Drop by, gather round and let’s fill that big hall with the joyful sound of voices singing in imperfect harmony!
I’ll be singing from 3:30 - 4:30, after the “Easy Street Duo”. Lyrics are provided.
Cookies and Carols, City of Parksville free event at the Jensen Centre (formerly Parksville Community Centre)
Songs of Peace & Unity - Parksville Community Sing & Potluck
Join the circle as we sing songs of peace, in harmony ,followed by a potluck / social. All voices are welcome.
Holiday Tree Light-Up with Songs and Santa
Join me from 5:30 to 6 pm in Memorial Plaza to sing some Christmas favourites, and raise some community spirit! I’ll bring the lyrics. Sponsored by Parksville Downtown Business Association.
Sing-along at Parksville Downtown “Holiday Sparkle” Tree Light-Up!
I’m delighted to lead some Christmas singing from 5:30 - 6pm before Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive at Memorial Plaza, for Parksville Downtown’s Tree Lighting Celebration! Please join me for 30 minutes of Christmas favourites - bring your kids, grandkids, or just be a child at heart! I’ll bring the songbooks.
from www.parksvilledowntown.ca:
“Join us for Holiday Sparkle: Parksville Downtown Tree Lighting Celebration on Friday, November 22, from 5:30 to 6:30 PM at Memorial Plaza! Enjoy a festive evening filled with holiday cheer, featuring a Christmas singalong, free popcorn and hot chocolate, kids’ activities, and a special mailbox for letters to Santa. Santa and Mrs. Claus will make a magical appearance to greet children and kick off the holiday season as the downtown Christmas tree lights up the night. Don’t miss this heartwarming community event to celebrate the spirit of Christmas in Parksville!”
Saturday Song Circle in Nanaimo - Nov 9
SING AGAIN drop-in choir in Nanaimo - come and join your voice in joyful harmony as we sing uplifting songs from pop to world music, rounds, polyrhythmic layer songs, and sea shanties! All voices are welcome.
Saturday Song Circles in Nanaimo - Oct 19
SING AGAIN drop-in choir in Nanaimo - come and join your voice in joyful harmony as we sing uplifting songs from pop to world music, rounds, polyrhythmic layer songs, and sea shanties! All voices are welcome.
Sing in the Park - BC Culture Days
I’m thrilled to be part of the Oceanside Community Hub for BC Culture Days, and host an interactive community event! Free (donations optional). Read more here, and stop by for a few songs and community spirit!
Nanoose Community Day
I’ll be making an appearance at Nanoose Community Day, at 12:50 or 1pm for a few songs at the end of Keith Hendrickson’s performance, before the Greynotes Revival band plays. I’ll also be leading a short singalong at 2:30pm inside the hall to demonstrate what I do with the Nanoose Sing Again community choir on Tuesday nights (this is where our choir meets!), and invite people to join us!
Sing Again PARKSVILLE - Fall season
Sing Again is part community choir, part song circle, no sheet music, all joy, connection and harmony! All voices are welcome.
Weekly groups in Nanaimo, Nanoose Bay, and Parksville - drop-ins welcome, membership optional. First time FREE.
Learn more and see details including our song list, videos of our choir in action, and testimonials at www.sylviahumble.ca/sing-again-choir
Sing Again NANOOSE - Fall season
Sing Again is part community choir, part song circle, no sheet music, all joy, connection and harmony! All voices are welcome. First time FREE.
Weekly groups in Nanaimo, Nanoose Bay, and Parksville - drop-ins welcome, membership optional. First time FREE.
Learn more and see details including our song list, videos of our choir in action, and testimonials at www.sylviahumble.ca/sing-again-choir
Sing Again NANAIMO community choir - Fall season
Sing Again is part community choir, part song circle, all joy, harmony and connection rather than perfection! All voices are welcome.
Weekly groups in Nanaimo, Nanoose Bay, and Parksville - drop-ins welcome, membership optional. First time FREE.
See details including our song list, videos of our choir in action, and testimonials at www.sylviahumble.ca/sing-again-choir
SING AGAIN Saturdays - Sept. 7
SING AGAIN drop-in choir in Nanaimo - come and join your voice in joyful harmony as we sing uplifting songs from pop to world music, rounds, polyrhythmic layer songs, and sea shanties! All voices are welcome.
Route 19A Music Festival - with String Fever
ROUTE 19A MUSIC FESTIVAL: STRING FEVER / SYLVIA HUMBLE / ZACH & JIM
Saturday, August 31st 2024, 2pm-4pm
FREE CONCERT - Tickets not required
Heard Square, 130 W 2nd Ave, Qualicum Beach, BC
Experience an afternoon filled with lively beats and soulful melodies that will leave you feeling energized and inspired. Don't miss out on this amazing musical event at Heard Square on August 31st - mark your calendars now!
Artists performing:
Artists performing:
Tom Neville’s String Fever is Vancouver Island's most recent addition to the genre of Gypsy Jazz. Two driving guitars and a fiery fiddle take you back to 1940's Paris as Tom, Al Medcalf, and Mike Andersen embrace the magic of Django Reinhardt with panache.
Also join dynamic folk duo Zach and Jim, inspired by the legendary groups Everly Brothers, Simon and Garfunkel, and Barenaked Ladies. A tons o' fun duo with much to say and a gorgeous way of saying it.
Thirdly, join Nanoose Bay singer-songwriter Sylvia Humble, known locally as a joyful community choir leader. With inspirations from Joni Mitchell to contemporary soul-folk, she moves audiences with her pure, heartfelt vocals, looped harmonies, rhythmic ukulele style, and passionate delivery.
Plaza Singalong Aug. 22 - Parksville Downtown
I invite you to one (or all) of my series of “Summer Singalong” events at Memorial Avenue Plaza, brought to you by the Parksville Downtown Business Association! We’ll sing uplifting pop songs, with some simple harmonies, lots of room for creativity, and maybe a few new, easy-to learn songs you haven’t heard. Lyrics are provided, and some learning by ear. There will be movement and body percussion, but feel free to bring a lawn chair if you like. And water!
Craig Street Night Market Aug 20
I’ll be performing at the wonderful “Summer by the Sea” Night market on Craig Street on July 30 and August 20. Stop by and join me for a few songs! I will bring lyrics books for folks to join in.
SING AGAIN Drop-in Choir Nanaimo - August 19
SING AGAIN summer drop-in choir in Nanaimo - come and join your voice in joyful harmony as we sing uplifting songs from pop to world music, rounds, polyrhythmic layer songs, and sea shanties! Come to just one, or all of these summer sessions. All voices are welcome!
Parksville BeachFest Aug 17 - Gazebo
Busking at the Gazebo at Parksville Beach this summer!
Plaza Singalong Aug. 8 - Parksville Downtown
I invite you to one (or all) of my series of “Summer Singalong” events at Memorial Avenue Plaza, brought to you by the Parksville Downtown Business Association! We’ll sing uplifting pop songs, with some simple harmonies, lots of room for creativity, and maybe a few new, easy-to learn songs you haven’t heard. Lyrics are provided, and some learning by ear. There will be movement and body percussion, but feel free to bring a lawn chair if you like. And water!
SING AGAIN Drop-in Choir Nanaimo - August 6
SING AGAIN summer drop-in choir in Nanaimo - come and join your voice in joyful harmony as we sing uplifting songs from pop to world music, rounds, polyrhythmic layer songs, and sea shanties! Come to just one, or all of these summer sessions. All voices are welcome!
Craig Street Night Market
I’ll be performing at the wonderful “Summer by the Sea” Night market on Craig Street on July 30 and August 20. Stop by and join me for a few songs! I will bring lyrics books for folks to join in.
Parksville BeachFest July 27 - Gazebo
Busking at the Gazebo at Parksville Beach this summer!
Plaza Singalong July 25- Parksville Downtown
I invite you to one (or all) of my series of “Summer Singalong” events at Memorial Avenue Plaza, brought to you by the Parksville Downtown Business Association! We’ll sing uplifting pop songs, with some simple harmonies, lots of room for creativity, and maybe a few new, easy-to learn songs you haven’t heard. Lyrics are provided, and some learning by ear. There will be movement and body percussion, but feel free to bring a lawn chair if you like. And water! This week: “When I’m Up I Can’t Get Down”, and “True Colours”!
Parksville BeachFest July 20 - Gazebo
Busking at the Gazebo at Parksville Beach this summer!
Parksville BeachFest July 17 - Gazebo
Busking at the Gazebo at Parksville Beach this summer!
SING AGAIN Drop-in Choir Nanaimo
SING AGAIN summer drop-in choir in Nanaimo - come and join your voice in joyful harmony as we sing uplifting songs from pop to world music, rounds, polyrhythmic layer songs, and sea shanties! Come to just one, or all of these summer sessions. All voices are welcome!