Resonance Ensemble’s Second Album Launches on Kickstarter
“This album showcases artists who, through their incredible music and poetry, share the stories that matter to them.”
PORTLAND, OR — June 20, 2024 — Following the successful debut of their first album LISTEN in 2023, Resonance Ensemble announces their upcoming release, SAFE HARBOR. This album features 12 Resonance commissions, all inspired by themes of sanctuary, resilience, and hope. The featured composers and poets include Jasmine Barnes, Kenji Bunch, James DePreist, Lady Dane Figueroa Edidi, Cecille Elliott, Damien Geter, Darrell Grant, Joe Kye, S. Renee Mitchell, Kimberly R. Osberg, Judy A. Rose, A. Mimi Sei, Sonya Renee Taylor, Mari Esabel Valverde, and Vin Shambry.
The release of SAFE HARBOR comes as the ensemble celebrates the closing of its 15th anniversary season, most recently with their MISSION15 concert that offered a preview of the album. The recording will feature 24 singers and instrumentalists, including flutist Adam Eccleston; soloists Onry, Cecille Elliott, and Nicole Greenidge Joseph; cellist Valdine Mishkin; and many other artists with ties to the Pacific Northwest. The album is conducted by Katherine FitzGibbon, Shohei Kobayashi, and Damien Geter.
FitzGibbon shares her excitement for the project: “Over the years, Resonance has commissioned dozens of musical compositions, poems, and other works of art, showcasing artists who, through their incredible music, share the stories that matter to them. We are thrilled to share SAFE HARBOR so that this music can reach and inspire audiences worldwide.”
Today officially marks the launch of their Kickstarter campaign, aimed at funding the production costs associated with the album. Backers pledging their support will unlock a range of rewards, including advance copies of the album, tickets to upcoming concerts, invitations to private performances, and more.
Resonance Ensemble is celebrated for their music that uplifts communities, addresses pressing social issues, and contributes to the evolution of classical music. With SAFE HARBOR, they continue to champion innovative voices and present compelling new works that embody their unwavering commitment to mission-driven art.
For more information about the album and how to become a backer, please visit their Kickstarter campaign page here or contact Resonance at resonancechoral.org.
