The Beat Goes On - Spring 2025

SING OUT DETROIT PROUDLY PRESENTS

AN LGBTQ+ AND ALLY CHORUS

OUR MISSION The mission of Sing Out Detroit is to provide a supportive environment for the LGBTQ+ and Ally community to share the joy of musical performance.

OUR VISION Our vision is to uplift and inspire others with our musical performances to bring about positive social change.

OUR CORE VALUES EXCELLENCE

CREATIVITY

CAMARADERIE

DIVERSITY SIGNIFICANCE

A Proud Member of

GALA Choruses supports, guides, and inspires LGBTQ+ choruses and their allies to leverage the liberating power of singing to create harmony and equity for all.

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A Welcome From The President Welcome to Sing Out Detroit’s spring concert: “The Beat Goes On.” This theme reflects the heart of who we are—a community that moves forward with strength, spirit, and song. Through every challenge, we keep singing.

Through every setback, we rise again with harmony and hope. Music connects us, lifts us, and reminds us that we are never alone in the fight for love, equality, and joy.

We also extend our heartfelt thanks to the generous businesses and individuals listed in this program. Their unwavering support and proud endorsement of Sing Out Detroit mean the world to us. These are not just sponsors—they are safe spaces, strong allies, and champions of the LGBTQ+ community.

If you believe in what we do, we invite you to help us keep the beat going. Your support—through a donation using the QR code in this program, purchasing raffle tickets, or grabbing some of our merchandise—directly fuels our ability to perform, rehearse, and serve our community. Every dollar helps us keep singing, keep marching, and keep inspiring. Thank you for being here with us tonight.

Together, we make sure the music never stops.

Sincerely,

Angela Angela Hollander President, Sing Out Detroit

WE NEED YOUR FEEDBACK Your feedback is vital to our growth and helps guide the future of our performances and programs. Please take just 2 minutes to scan the QR code and complete a short survey— your voice helps us create an even more meaningful and impactful experience for all.

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BOARD MEMBERS OFFICERS Angela Hollander, President Robert Brown, Vice President MelissaLouise Hews, Treasurer Allison Butler, Secretary

MEMBERS AT LARGE Reese Schmid Manny Gilmer

Board members are singers and elected by members of Sing Out Detroit to represent the interests of the chorus. Their commitment extends throughout our operations and they often go above and beyond.

We thank them for keeping this train moving!

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MUSIC DIRECTOR Amy Saari is a lifetime choral musician with a curious variety of singing and conducting credits to her name.

She served as an “emergency” student conductor on two choir tours with the Grinnell Singers in 1997 and 1998. She went on to receive Masters degrees in Choral Conducting and Composition from Bowling Green State University, where she also won the 33rd Annual Competition in Music Performance, composition division, in 1999 for her treble choir piece David, premiered by the BGSU Women’s Chorus at the New Music and Art Festival in 2000.

As a student member of ACDA (American Choral Directors Association), she was selected for a conducting masterclass with Jerry Blackstone of the University of Michigan in 2000.

With her move to southeast Michigan, Amy set a new course. Her voice, keyboard, and composition skills were shown variously in venues around Detroit: Black Lotus, Scarab Club, DIME, and Jazz Café, among others. She recorded We Are Love, an album of original mystic soul music, and served as a session backup singer for Orthea Barnes’s last album, I Was The One. She became the first female conductor of the Motor City Chorale, while also serving as alto section leader of the Rackham Symphony Choir. She started her teaching career while serving as voice coach for “Torch This!” presented by Rouge Makeup and Nail Salon and Via Vintage in 2012 – a night of American songbook standards at Cliff Bells of Detroit sung by amateur singers to a sold-out crowd that raised over $3000 for Urban Neighborhood Initiatives.

After 2012, Amy formed an interfaith choir, Spectrum Singers, to perform at the InterFaith Leadership Council World Sabbath in 2014. She formed the Pagan Pathways Temple Choir, who participated in an interfaith concert celebrating The Four Freedoms at the Henry Ford Museum in 2018. She would also form LadyBones, the cabaret lounge trio of Theatre Bizarre, and go on to perform with them on one of the most exclusive stages at Electric Forest.

Currently, Amy enjoys directing choral music at Henry Ford College, as well as the ensemble of the Metropolitan Community Church of Detroit. She is just as proud to bring her directing skills to Sing Out Detroit, the all-gender inclusive, mixed-voice LGBTQ+ and ally chorus of metro Detroit.

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MUSICIANS MARTY MANDELBAUM, SING OUT DETROIT ACCOMPANIST Marty brings his musical talents once again to Sing Out Detroit as our accompanist, having played for several of our concerts since 2012.

Marty graduated from Wayne State University, where he studied piano with Boris Maximovich.

His experience includes accompanying the Bellini Opera Company, Marygrove College, Wayne State University and Detroit Country Day School.

He has also played for Greenfield Village and has conducted musicals at Stagecrafters, St. Dunstan’s Theatre Guild, and the Jewish Ensemble Theatre.

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MUSICIANS Colette “CJ” Jacobsen joined Sing Out Detroit’s band in 2011 as the guitarist. She began studying classical guitar at age 10 and then switched to acoustic and electric guitar. Over time, she has added ukulele, banjo, electric bass, and mandolin to her extensive repertoire. CJ has played guitar, bass, and banjo for Ann Arbor’s Out Loud Chorus, and bass for the Matt Shevrin Jazz Quartet.

Edie Herrold, bassist, has performed at Michigan and National Women's Music Festivals and the Detroit Jazz Festival. An awardwinning composer/producer, she plays electric and acoustic basses, leads the jazz group, “Edie Herrold with Red Shoes,” and holds a Master of Music degree in Media Writing and Production.

She works at the University of Michigan Hospital as a Music Practitioner, using guitar and voice to provide therapeutic music to patients. She’s played with Ann Arbor's Out Loud Chorus since 2008, and with Sing Out Detroit since 2017.

Tamara Perkuhn has more than 40 years of drumming experience and has played in bands of just about every genre. Her first professional gig was with a touring theatre company at age 18. She has played in pop rock, country and jazz bands over the years. She recently joined the Saline New Horizon Band as a percussionist.

Her first concert with Sing Out Detroit was in 2013. Tamara also plays drums for Out Loud Chorus in Ann Arbor.

Laura Varga joined our band in June 2023, playing trumpet and rhythm guitar. She began her musical journey at age nine, playing French Horn. As a teenager, she started singing and taught herself to play guitar. Laura was an original member of Sing Out Detroit as a soprano from 2008-2020. She loves supporting the choir now as a musician and choreographer.

Randy Perkuhn plays four types of saxophones (soprano, alto, tenor, baritone) and the flute. He has a degree in Music Performance, and his 50-year career includes Big Band, Jazz, R&B, Rock, and Pop. Randy also plays in the Saline New Horizon Concert Band along with his sister, Tamara. He played in Sing Out Detroit's concert last June, and we're delighted to have him back as a guest musician for today's show.

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STAGE CREW AND SUPPORT TEAM A big thank you to our volunteers and stage crew! Their dedication backstage ensures our performances shine. From setup to execution, their hard work makes it all possible. Their role in Sing Out Detroit’s success is deeply appreciated.

PRODUCTION LEAD ML Hews STAGE MANAGER Jeremy Brockert STAGE CREW Andrew Bowen Rob Brown Kyle Cabrese Abby Franklin Bjak Korb Serena Losaw Brooke Troxmondo Gerald Hews Kathy Ostrowski Mike Ostrowski Nick Ostrowski Mary Beth Pniewski Michael Quirouette Thom Russo Brandon Vanhouten

FRONT OF HOUSE CREW Al Bowen Cannan Hews Charlotte Johnson Lynn Shippey Michelle Capra Rose Berger TECH CREW Jude Clossen Chris Ray Grace Van Den Boogert PROGRAM ART Jessica Dusing PHOTOGRAPHER Mary Grace Schmid CHORALOGRAPHERS Lynn Shippey Laura Varga GREEN ROOM Riley Meyers

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Special Groups The Beat Goes On Dancers Robert Brown, Adriana Molina, Brooke Grant, Kathy Ostrowski, Ash Sadlier, Tim Lukose, Parker Lyman Special Guests: Tom Saari and Cecelia Julien Rebel Rebel Dancers MelissaLouise Hews, Shiela Jones, Lynn Shippey, Manny Gilmer Glam Rockers: Wendy Mai Julien, Tom Saari, Cecelia Julien Believer Dancers Robert Brown, Melissa-Louise Hews, Adriana Molina, Brooke Grant, Kathy Ostrowski, Ash Sadlier, Tim Lukose, Parker Lyman I Will Survive/Survivor Dancers Robert Brown, Melissa-Louise Hews, Adriana Molina, Brooke Grant, Shiela Jones, Manny Gilmer, Kathy Ostrowski, Ash Sadlier, Tim Lukose, Parker Lyman

SPECIAL THANKS To the amazing committee members and volunteers who are also part of the Sing Out Detroit chorus—thank you! From music to production, from marketing to fundraising, and more, their dedication is the backbone that keeps our chorus running and shining.

Sing Out Detroit extends our heartfelt thanks to Royal Oak First United Methodist Church for being our rehearsal home. Your warm hospitality and generous space have helped us find our voice and share it with the world. We couldn’t do it without you!

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CHOIR SOPRANOS Jennifer Lane Bustance Emma Corbeil* Tamara Davie Josephine Dykstra Courtney Evans Samantha Franklin Brooke Grant Taylor Hanes Shiela Jones Riley Myers Christine Nabor Sara Peeper Janeen Remington Jennifer Rothstein Alexa Stewart AK Tufts Eliza Turnage Mary Watts

ALTOS Alex Anderson Allison Butler Shardai Duckett Jessica Dusing Beth Golanty Steph Graves Ellen Greenia Zosette Guir Lisa Hill Angela Hollander Kendra Kehl-Fie Bjak Korb Jill Mast Barb Messics Adriana Molina Erin Molnar Lisa Newman Lisa Nguyen Kathy Ostrowski Mary Beth Pniewski* Ashley Sadlier Reese Schmid Quinn Soyka Elizabeth Tallent Madiha Tariq Sophia Williams

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CHOIR TENORS Rachel Blum-Jose Ryan Boczar Beckham Butler* Manny Gilmer Dan Greenia Lisa Jacokes Lyric Jones Janielle Losaw Michael Quirouette Schaefer Remington Brandon VanHouten

BASSES Timur Aminov Lukas Ayers Robert Brown Sean DeGennaro Rodger Fain Harry Gao Steven Gerard Giuseppe Grimaldi* Chris Loewe Tim Lukose Parker Lyman Adam Pruchnicki Gary Richards Andy Troxmondo Lars Watts

* Denotes Section Leader

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PROGRAM THE BEAT GOES ON FULL CHORUS

Music and Lyrics: Sonny Bono Arr: G. Gilpin

UNITED IN PURPOSE FULL CHORUS

Lyrics: M. Angelou Music: R. Dilworth

WICKED (CHORAL HIGHLIGHTS) FULL CHORUS

PINK PONY CLUB BARBERSHOP BEAUTIES

From the Broadway Musical “Wicked” Music and Lyrics: S. Schwartz Arr: M. Brymer

Lyrics and Music: C. Roan, D. Nigro Arr: L. Watts

Robert Brown, Guiseppe Grimaldi, Brooke Troxmondo, Andy Troxmondo, Michael Quirouette, Brandon VanHouten, Lars Watts, Mary Watts

Music and Lyrics: J. Miller, M. Dragstrem, J. Thompson, TR Akins Arr: T. Hayden

BE A LIGHT THE SO-LAHVENDERS

Lukas Ayers, Jessica Dusing, Reese Schmid, Alexa Stewart

WE BELONG THE ESSAYS

Music and Lyrics: D. Lowen Arr: M. Brymer

THE SONG OF PURPLE SUMMER FULL CHORUS

Music: D. Sheik Lyrics: S. Sater Arr: M. Brymer

Ensemble: Rachel Blum-Jones, Zosette Guir, Riley Myers, Michael Quirouette

Music and Lyrics: D. Bowie Arr: S. Teh

REBEL REBEL FULL CHORUS

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PROGRAM PRIDE (IN THE NAME OF LOVE) FULL CHORUS

Words: Bono and The Edge Music: U2 Arr: M. Brymer

Soloists: Lisa Hill, Parker Lyman

CHILDREN WILL LISTEN FULL CHORUS

From the musical “Into the Woods” Music and Lyrics: S. Sondheim Arr: M. Brymer

WHAT ABOUT US FULL CHORUS

Music and Lyrics: A. Moore, S. Mac, J. McDaid Arr: M. Brymer

Soloist: Jessica Dusing

MAD WORLD THE TEEBEES

Music and Lyrics: Roland Orzabal Arr: R. Emerson

Soloist: Lyric Jones

REACH CALAMITY’S CHILD

Music and Lyrics: C. Dennis, A. Todd Arr. K. Bradley

Courtney Evans, Taylor Hanes, Shiela Jones, Christine Naber, Janeen Remington, Jen Rothstein

HIGHER GROUND CHORAL ENSEMBLE

Music and Lyrics: S. Wonder Arr: P. Langford

Rachel Blum-Jose, Manny Gilmer, Mary Beth Pniewski, Brandon VanHouten, Andy Troxmondo, Eliza Turnage, Mary Watts, Lars Watts, Sophia Williams Words and Music: D. Reynolds, D. Sermon, B. McKee, D. Platzman, J. Trantor, M. Larsson, R. Fredericksson Arr: M. Brymer

BELIEVER FULL CHORUS

Soloist: Lars Watts

I WILL SURVIVE/SURVIVOR FULL CHORUS

As performed by the cast of Glee Words and Music: D. Fekaris, F. Ferren, B. Knowles, A. Dent, M. Knowles Arr: A. Anders, P. Astrom

Soloists: Eliza Turnage, Lisa Nguyen

Thank You For Coming!

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FRIENDS AND DONORS We are deeply grateful to our loyal contributors who help keep us singing.

The individuals listed below have made a contribution of $25 or more in support of our organization. These contributions help defray the cost of music, contractual staff, and production costs.

Linda Brincat Karen Brown Al Bowen Garry Campbell Syd Diorio Sharon and Jenn Early Mark Gimby Jennet Grebe Mr. Hews ML Hews Angela Hollander Annette Jacobsen

Bobby Jones III Piera Karim Nancy Laport Chelsea Lonsdale Denise Martin Michele Merrit Tam Nahra Kim Nash Gianna Petrilli Angela Sekles Laura Varga and Colette Jacobsen Kim Whitney

CORPORATE SPONSORS Ally Financial

RAFFLE SPONSORS Adam Pruchnicki Advance Care Planning Barrel House GiftBaskets.com Eve Organics Beauty Mongers Provisions Mother Handsome Outdoor Adventure Center Sing Out Detroit Chorus Members Tappers Jewelers

SPRING FLING SPONSORS Auntie Annes - Royal Oak Motor City Munchies DJ BForeman

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WHY WE NEED YOU Sing Out Detroit is more than a chorus—we’re a chosen family using music to spread love, joy, and inclusion. But we can’t do it without you.

Ways to Support: Program Ads – Highlight your biz or honor a singer.

Sponsors – Partner with us and get major thanks.

Friends of SOD – One-time or monthly gifts go a long way.

In-Kind Gifts – Services, snacks, supplies—we’re listening.

Social Fundraisers – Start one on Facebook or Insta.

Events & Campaigns – Join in, have fun, do good.

Kroger Rewards – Link us to your shopper’s card = easy money for us!

Amazon Wishlist – Buy items we truly need, straight from the source.

Please consider a gift of $25 or more and become a Friend of Sing Out Detroit!

Use the QR code below or https://bit.ly/SODDonate

By supporting our chorus, you champion acceptance, love, and unity, enriching the cultural landscape and driving social change toward a more just and equitable world.

Reach out directly to discuss tailored sponsorship opportunities. Your support amplifies voices and fosters inclusivity within the LGBTQ+ community and beyond.

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We Hope You Enjoyed The Show!

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LET’S SING TOGETHER Auditions Tuesday, August 19thth or 26thth ROYAL OAK FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 320 W. 7TH ST ROYAL OAK, MI 48067

6:30 PM 8:30 PM

WEEKLY REHEARSALS SPRING AND WINTER CONCERTS OPTIONAL SPECIAL PERFORMANCES LEARN FUN MUSIC AND MAKE NEW FRIENDS

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