Voices United: Gospel Choir Workshop and Concert
OICC LA—Santa Clarita

Join the Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir for an uplifting afternoon workshop and a soul-stirring evening concert in Santa Clarita. Singers of all levels are welcome to learn and perform alongside OIGC under the direction of Terrance Kelly.

The evening concert is free and open to all.

Featuring
Workshop Mass Choir
OIGC Ensemble

📍 St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, Santa Clarita
📅 Saturday, October 11, 2025
⏰ Workshop 2–5 PM | Concert 7 PM
🎟 Workshop $20–40 sliding scale| Concert Free (RSVP)

The Voices United Workshop & Concert brings people together through the power of Black gospel music, offering a space for singers of all levels to learn, connect, and perform in community. The event launches OIGC’s new LA-based gospel community choir modeled after the long-standing, non-auditioned Oakland Interfaith Community Choir, now in its 13th year with nearly 300 singers. Workshop fee is a sliding scale: Pay what you’re able, no one turned away for lack of funds.

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The Oakland Interfaith Kids Choir introduces elementary and gospel music concepts to children ages 5 to 11 through rhythm games, singing, and movement and rehearses concurrently with OICC—ENROLL TODAY!

PARKING: Parking is available on the street and the lot at 3328 MacArthur Blvd. The rear parking lot is reserved for Staff and ADA.

New members are welcomed during the first two months of each season: August/September and February/March. – REGISTER TODAY

Arrive at 2:30 to give time to find parking and to check-in.

PARKING: Parking is available on the street and the lot at 3328 MacArthur Blvd. The rear parking lot is reserved for Staff and ADA.

QUESTIONS: Please review the FAQs at http://www.oigc.org/oicc for more details on how to prepare for rehearsal, administrative costs, etc.

Building Opportunities for Self-Sufficiency (BOSS) Program Graduation. - Learn more

Get ready for an inspiring afternoon of music, community, and conversation about climate solutions held in-person at Grace Cathedral!

$28.16 General Admission
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• $25 General Admission

• $15 Youth / Seniors

• $5 OUSD Students

• No one turned away for lack of funds!

South Bay Holiday Workshop Choir - 1 of 2
Led by Artistic Director Terrance Kelly

Learn a couple of songs with Terrance Kelly during two workshops and prepare to open the show and scoop with OIGC at their South Bay Holiday Concert at the Mountain View Center for Performing Arts!

$100 REGISTRATION

• Includes two workshops & admission to OIGC's 2025 Annual South Bay Holiday Concert. (Limited spaces available.)

• *Pay-what-you-can option* available for students and youth ages 13-24. Email us with a school ID at programs@oigc.org for the code.

WORKSHOPS

• SAT, Nov 15: 11am to 1pm

• SAT, Dec 13: 11am to 1pm

• Presbyterian Church of Los Gatos, 16575 Shannon Rd, Los Gatos 95032
  The church address is Shannon Rd, but the CHOIR ROOM is accessible from the “Cherry Blossom Lane” on side of church. Please check your maps and plan accordingly!       

CONCERT & PERFORMANCE

• SUN, Dec 21– 6:30pm (call time 4:00pm)

• Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts (map)

• 500 Castro Street, Mountain View, CA

• Concert Tickets: https://tickets.mvcpa.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=708

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

Do I have to audition?
Nope! — Anyone age 13 and older can register for the workshop. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

How should I prepare for rehearsal?
Songs are taught by ear in the Black gospel music tradition. It is good practice to have a notepad to write down lyrics and use a recording device (many people use their phones) to record the songs and practice between rehearsals.

Where is the workshop?
The workshop will be located in a different venue from the performance, TBD. Details for the Workshop and the Performance will be provided upon registration.

Where is the performance?
The performance will take place at the Mountain View Center for Performing Arts - 500 Castro Street, Mountain View, 94041

Can I receive financial assistance to participate?
Yes! Financial assistance is provided on a case-by-case basis. Please email programs@oigc.org for more information.

New members are welcomed during the first two months of each season: August/September and February/March. – REGISTER TODAY

Arrive at 2:30 to give time to find parking and to check-in.

PARKING: Parking is available on the street and the lot at 3328 MacArthur Blvd. The rear parking lot is reserved for Staff and ADA.

QUESTIONS: Please review the FAQs at http://www.oigc.org/oicc for more details on how to prepare for rehearsal, administrative costs, etc.

The Oakland Interfaith Kids Choir introduces elementary and gospel music concepts to children ages 5 to 11 through rhythm games, singing, and movement and rehearses concurrently with OICC—ENROLL TODAY!

PARKING: Parking is available on the street and the lot at 3328 MacArthur Blvd. The rear parking lot is reserved for Staff and ADA.

OIGC’s Youth Program performs at Bay Street’s Tree Lighting Ceremony! Come early and enjoy the festivities before the lighting of the tree at 6:15!

General Tickets through Ticketmaster: $24.25 to $104.15

100 VIP tickets available at $100 each
Each 100 @ 100 VIP ticket includes:

• Priority seating in a reserved front section (Special seat requests will be accommodated whenever possible. Please note seats specifications at checkout.)

• Access to a pre-show VIP reception with refreshments and special guests

• A commemorative 40th Anniversary keepsake

An OIGC Quartet joins members of the San Francisco Symphony, guest artists, and beloved costumed characters to Deck the Halls of Davies Symphony Hall!

Two shows: 11am & 3pm

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South Bay Holiday Workshop Choir - 2 of 2
Led by Artistic Director Terrance Kelly

Learn a couple of songs with Terrance Kelly during two workshops and prepare to open the show and scoop with OIGC at their South Bay Holiday Concert at the Mountain View Center for Performing Arts!

$100 REGISTRATION

• Includes two workshops & admission to OIGC's 2025 Annual South Bay Holiday Concert. (Limited spaces available.)

• *Pay-what-you-can option* available for students and youth ages 13-24. Email us with a school ID at programs@oigc.org for the code.

WORKSHOPS

• SAT, Nov 15: 11am to 1pm

• SAT, Dec 13: 11am to 1pm

• Presbyterian Church of Los Gatos, 16575 Shannon Rd, Los Gatos 95032
  The church address is Shannon Rd, but the CHOIR ROOM is accessible from the “Cherry Blossom Lane” on side of church. Please check your maps and plan accordingly!   

CONCERT & PERFORMANCE

• SUN, Dec 21– 6:30pm (call time 4:00pm)

• Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts (map)

• 500 Castro Street, Mountain View, CA

• Concert Tickets: https://tickets.mvcpa.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=708

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

Do I have to audition?
Nope! — Anyone age 13 and older can register for the workshop. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

How should I prepare for rehearsal?
Songs are taught by ear in the Black gospel music tradition. It is good practice to have a notepad to write down lyrics and use a recording device (many people use their phones) to record the songs and practice between rehearsals.

Where is the workshop?
The workshop will be located in a different venue from the performance, TBD. Details for the Workshop and the Performance will be provided upon registration.

Where is the performance?
The performance will take place at the Mountain View Center for Performing Arts - 500 Castro Street, Mountain View, 94041

Can I receive financial assistance to participate?
Yes! Financial assistance is provided on a case-by-case basis. Please email programs@oigc.org for more information.

OIGC’s 17th Annual South Bay Holiday Gospel Concert at the Mountain View Center for Performing Arts

Join OIGC on stage with the South Bay Holiday Workshop Choir

REGISTER NOW

Open to ages 6+

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TWO SHOWS, ONE INCREDIBLE NIGHT!

**7:00 PM: A festive kick-off for those who want to wrap their evening early.

**9:30 PM**: For the night owls who like their holiday magic with a side of late-night sparkle. Stay for the music and let the magic of Christmas Eve linger.

Celebrate the season with soul! Join the Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir Ensemble for the 35th Annual Christmas Eve Concert at the iconic Great American Music Hall in San Francisco.

This treasured holiday tradition has brought families, friends, and music lovers together for over three decades, creating unforgettable memories filled with joy, soul-stirring harmonies, and the true spirit of the holidays.

Whether you're starting a new tradition or keeping a cherished one alive, this concert is the perfect way to make your Christmas Eve truly magical.

Info and tickets at thefreight.org

OIGC celebrates its 10th Black History Month Celebration at the iconic Freight! Join us for a powerful musical journey that honors African American history, blending the depth of traditional and contemporary gospel with the stirring authenticity of Negro spirituals rarely heard outside the South. Feel the spirit and energy of OIGC up close in this intimate setting—an annual fan favorite that fills up fast. Secure your tickets today and be part of this milestone celebration!

Under the direction of founding Artistic Director Terrance Kelly, the Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir returns to SFJAZZ to present a captivating musical revue in celebration of Black History Month. From heartfelt Negro spirituals performed with an authenticity not often found outside of the South, to energetic and upbeat contemporary gospel, the show also offers historical context for each piece throughout and is sure to uplift and inspire audiences of all ages.

TICKETS: $10 | $20

The Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir joins pianist, producer, and arts activist Lara Downes at Zellerbach Hall for a concert celebrating the past, present, and future of American music as a source of unity and progress. Featuring special guests and works by H.T. Burleigh, Margaret Bonds, and others, the program highlights the powerful connections between Negro spirituals, gospel, and classical traditions.

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