The Renaissance Singers is a nonprofit organization specializing in the performance of vocal Renaissance music. The ensemble of ten to twelve professional singers have been performing in the greater Seattle area since 2003. The Renaissance Singers have been presented by the Early Music Guild’s Musicians of the Guild series, Tudor Choir, Music Northwest, Seattle University, and the Church of the Ascension. They released their first recording, Masterpieces of the Renaissance, in 2007. The group’s creative efforts are led by Markdavin Obenza.
The Sound of the Northwest
The Sound of the Northwest is a group of singers from the Greater Seattle area who have come together to share with others the joy music brings to their lives. The Sound is directed by its founder, Juan Huey-Ray and made its debut in 1987 at the 4th Annual Convention of the Inter-national Association of Minister’s Wives and Widows, Incorporated.
Since then, The Sound has participated in several special events including the Friendship Concert with the Vladimir Chamber Chorus of Russia and the Seattle Peace Chorus; An African-American Song Celebration with the Concord Choir of Portland, Oregon conducted by Ysaye Barnwell of Sweet Honey in the Rock, The Sound s Tenth Anniversary Concert also conducted by Ms. Barnwell, and A Concert of Sacred Music by Duke Ellington with the Seattle Repertory Jazz Orchestra. Christmas with The Sound is a collection of a cappella spirituals recorded in 1992.
A remarkable group of talented performers, they are dedicated to increasing the universal awareness and appreciation of the rich African American musical heritage. The Sound’s programs are inspirational, varied, entertaining and we promise to evoke an emotional experience.