VERVE Harmony, with Elizabeth W Scott directing

Exuberant, talented a cappella Central Coast community choir gives its debut concert, led by a dynamic, multi-talented, new-to-the-Coast musician, Elizabeth W. Scott. Elizabeth hails from New York and has worked across many music genres.  VERVE Harmony presents a diverse mix of choral works including from African, African American, Indigenous, Eastern European and Western European folk traditions.  These songs will uplift, inspire and move you!

The choir, recently formed with many members from Jubila Singers which wrapped a decade of joyful singing in 2022 is now extending its musical skills with their dynamic new director and extend an invitation to others on the coast to join them:  “We sing world music in many different languages for sheer enjoyment  with public sing-outs by invitation. New members are welcome to join us.”   https://verveharmony.choirgenius.com/

+ The Jaga Band (Ukraine/Australia). 

An amazing, truly virtuosic Ukrainian ensemble, with an exciting mix of historic and contemporary tunes and songs from all corners of the Ukraine. Wild, mournful, and deeply enjoyable.

For nearly a decade JAGA BAND has entertained audiences with their distinctive celebration of traditional songs and dances inspired from across the Carpathian region, rich and diverse in influences from Ukraine, Hungary, Moldova and Romania.  Since the very first days of full-scale war in Ukraine, JAGA BAND led by multi-instrumentalist and singer Mar’yana Sywak have been tirelessly raising funds for the Ukrainian people by joining forces with many international musicians to stand for Ukraine and help people in need of urgent assistance.  These incredibly talented musicians will take you on a musical journey to the land of Cossacks of the past and heroes of the present. They will bring to life traditional songs of love, hope and celebration of life. JAGA BAND inspires their audiences to sing along and dance!

Part of the proceeds from this concert will be donated to those in need in Ukraine.  We invite you to join us in supporting the band and their worthy cause.