Sunset Sips
Sunset Sips: OIGC Board Fundraising Event
Sunday, November 16, 2025 | Invite Only | RSVP Required
Join the Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir for an evening of music, community, and impact. Hosted by our Board of Directors, this special fundraising event will feature a performance by the OIGC Ensemble and hear exciting news about OIGC’s upcoming 40th Anniversary Season: Hope in Harmony.
Guests will have opportunities to explore meaningful ways to partner with OIGC to help sustain our mission of spreading joy, unity, and hope through Black gospel and spiritual traditions.
This is an exclusive, invite-only gathering — space is limited, RSVP early.
Questions & Inquiries? Email lauren.becker@oigc.org.
KPFA: The Gospel Experience
Tune in at 94.1 FM! Listen Live
KPFA is also heard on KPFB 89.3 FM in Berkeley and KFCF 88.1 FM in Fresno
36th Christmas Eve Concerts
Open to ages 6+
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 36th 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.
Young Audiences: ECHS Assembly
Thanks to Young Audiences of Northern California for partnering with the Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir to make these performances possible. We appreciate their connection in bringing us together with students and the school community.
Private Event: Ensemble Concert
OIGC Ensemble at a Private Event
Visit oigc.org/booking for your private event!
Weddings
Fairs & Festivals
Corporate Workshops
Sporting Events
Young Audiences: Beechwood School
Thanks to Young Audiences of Northern California for partnering with the Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir to make these performances possible. We appreciate their connection in bringing us together with students and the school community.
SFJAZZ Family Matinee
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
BOSS Graduation
Building Opportunities for Self-Sufficiency (BOSS) Program Graduation. - Learn more
Private Event
OIGC Ensemble at a private party in Redwood City, CA.
Visit oigc.org/booking for your private event!
Weddings
Fairs & Festivals
Corporate Workshops
Sporting Events
Bay Area Together
San Francisco Foundation’s Annual Event, Bay Area Together at The Pearl, SF. – Learn more
Private Event: Wedding
OIGC Quartet at a wedding in Tiburon, CA.
Visit oigc.org/booking for your private event!
Weddings
Fairs & Festivals
Corporate Workshops
Sporting Events
SF Giants: Black Heritage Night
OIGC Ensemble performs at the SF Giants game vs. Baltimore Orioles celebrating Black Heritage Night
Private Event: Funeral
OIGC Ensemble at a private event in Oakland, CA.
Visit oigc.org/booking for your private event
Weddings
Fairs & Festivals
Corporate Workshops
Sporting Events
OICC 12th Summer Gospel Concert
Tickets:
$25 General Admission
$35 High Praise
$20 Seniors (65+)
$10 Youth (18 and under)
High Praise
The High Praise section ensures you're seated in the front two pews, offering an intimate and up-close experience with the choir and its powerful sound and infectious energy! Plus and limited edition OIGC gift.
2 for 1, Half-Off
Get two tickets with the 2 for 1 or use code OICC12TH for half off your tickets while supplies last!
Guests:
* Oakland Jazz Choir
* Rev. Reginald Finley
* Mickala Cheadle Josey
Featuring:
* Oakland Interfaith Community Choir
* Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir Ensemble
120th Annual Oakland Chamber of Commerce Meeting
OIGC Ensemble; OIYC; OYC Chamber Singers
PRIVATE EVENT: Baby Naming Ceremony
To hire OIGC for your event, visit www.oigc.org/booking
Annual Free Spring Concert
Join the Oakland Interfaith Family of Choirs and their friends for an evening of Black gospel music, community, and celebration. The Annual Free Spring Concert follows a day of workshops teaching elements of Black gospel music. Reserve your seat, and learn more about the Gospel Music Conference below.
Green Sanctuary 35th Ann.
This online event is the 35th anniversary their "Green Sanctuary" program. Renew your commitment to climate justice!
Living Jazz MLK Tribute
Living Jazz’s Annual Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Featuring the music of Aretha Franklin
Tickets starting at $20
Info and Tickets: www.livingjazz.org/mlk-tribute
35th Christmas Eve Concert
Open to ages 6+
$22 ADV | $25 DOOR
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.
Secure your seats now and make this holiday one to remember!
39th Annual Holiday Concert
Join the Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir for an evening of soul-stirring music, holiday spirit, and interfaith harmony at its 39th Annual Holiday Concert, hosted by Amar Khalil, acclaimed singer/songwriter and former lead vocalist for Tony! Toni! Toné!. Taking place on Saturday, December 7 at 7 PM at the Paramount Theatre in Oakland, this celebration of Healing Through Song features guest vocalists JaCoree Prothro, Reverend Reginald Finley, and Jackie Tolbert, with dynamic ASL interpretation by Half-N-Half (Sherry Hicks and Michael Velez). The Oakland Interfaith Community Choir and Youth Choir will join OIGC for a powerful performance to celebrate life and uphold freedom.
$15-$80 (+fees)
GENERAL TICKETS (now on sale)
Use unlock code OIGC39 for 30% off select sections (while supplies last).
$100 (+fees)
VIP Experience (now on sale)
VIP Tickets include:
- Premiere section seating (Front Center Orchestra or Front Center Balcony)
- Pre-concert reception at 5PM
- and a special limited-edition gift commemorating the evening
OIGC’s 39th Annual Holiday Concert is supported in part by the following foundations: Alameda County Arts Commission, California Arts Council, City of Oakland Cultural Fund, East Bay Community Foundation, the Hewlett Foundation, Koret Foundation, National Endowment for the Arts, San Francisco Foundation, and Zellerbach Family Foundation.
Additional support comes from: Kapor Foundation and donors from around the world! Visit www.oigc.org/donate to make your gift today.
Oakland Rotary Meeting
OIGC Quartet will join the Oakland Rotary Lunch Meeting
Watch the livestream at https://www.facebook.com/OaklandRotary3
Oakland's Finest: Hip Hop meets Gospel
FREE CONCERT!
Join us for an uplifting, FREE, family-friendly concert to celebrate Oakland artists! Featuring the beautiful former Holy Names University campus on Mountain Boulevard, Councilmember Janani Ramachandran (District 4) will host the Oakland Gospel Choir, MacArthur Maze, and Wish U Were Us. Come enjoy local talent in this gorgeous location.
The event doors will open at 5:45pm, with music from 6:30 - 8:00pm. Food will be available for purchase before the show starts.
Interfaith Council of Alameda County Fundraiser
An Evening of Gospel Music with Lena Byrd Miles and Other Special Guests
$20 to $35 General Admission – Info & Tickets
Lena Byrd Miles, Stellar Award winner, Billboard #1 My Block Inc. artist, the darling of the Oakland Bay Area has been singing since the ripe ole age of 4. Coming from a musical family, she launched her singing career at her grandfather’s church where she faithfully lent her gift.
Tickets are available NOW for this wonderful performance at the Temple Hill Auditorium featuring Lena Byrd Miles, the Oakland Interfaith Choir, and other special guests on January 20, 2024, at 5:00 PM.
Let Us Break Bread Together: Tina Turner
An “inspired, multifarious, musical bash!” raves SF Classical Voice of the Oakland Symphony’s holiday party, Let Us Break Bread Together. The Bay Area’s hottest artists join the Orchestra for this annual seasonal celebration. And this year’s edition pays tribute to the memory of the legendary Tina Turner. Her chart-topping hits. It’s “Simply the Best” Break Bread ever!
Featuring
Dan Ashley, vocalist
Maiya Sykes, vocalist
Ty Taylor, vocalist
Moorea Dickason, vocalist
Kev Choice, band director/piano/keys
Dame Drummer, drums
Uriah Duffy, bass
Kelyn Crapp, guitar
Victor Schwartz, guest conductor
Ellen Hoffman, composer/pianist
Best Intentions
Kugelplex
Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir
Contra Costa High School Chorus
Cal State East Bay Singers
Oakland Symphony Chorus
Let Us Break Bread Together
Choral Arr. by Terrance Kelly,
Orchestra Arr. by Ellen Hoffman
Terrance Kelly, vocalist, Ellen Hoffman, piano
Combined Choruses, Oakland Symphony
Stars Ēriks Ešenvald
Dr. Buddy James, conductor
Glass Players, Contra Costa High School Chorus,
Cal State East Bay Singers, Oakland Symphony Chorus, Oakland Symphony
What’s Love Got To Do With It
Graham Lyle, Terry Britten,
Arr. by Kev Choice
Maiya Sykes, vocalist, Contra Costa High School Chorus,
Cal State East Bay Singers, Oakland Symphony Chorus,
Break Bread Band, Oakland Symphony
Silent Night, Franz Xaver Gruber, Joseph Mohr
Arr. by Claytoven Richardson
Best Intentions
A Fool in Love Ike Turner
Arr. by Omid Zoufonoun
Best Intentions, Break Bread Band, Oakland Symphony
Sleigh Ride Franz Xaver Gruber, Joseph Mohr
Arr. by Claytoven Richardson
Victor Schwartz, conductor
Oakland Symphony
Goldeneye Bono and the Edge
Arr. by Tarik Ragab
Moorea Dickason, vocalist
Tarik Ragab, electric bass, Terry Branam, drums
Oakland Symphony
My Favorite Time of Year Leigh Haggerwood
Dan Ashley, vocalist, Bill Bentley, Guitarist,
Break Bread Band
Hallelujah Chorus from Messiah George Frideric Handel
Ash Walker, conductor
Combined Choruses, Oakland Symphony
INTERMISSION
Nutcracker Suite Duke Ellington
Dance of Flowers, Sugar Plum Cherry
Adapted by Tyzik
Oakland Symphony
African Noel Todd Smith
Arr. Brad Holmes
Ash Walker, conductor
SoulBeatz, Contra Costa High School Chorus,
Cal State East Bay Singers, Oakland Symphony Chorus
We Don’t Need Another Hero
Graham Lyle and Terry Britten
Arr. By Claytoven Richardson
Dan Ashley, vocalist, Bill Bentley, Guitarist,
Break Bread Band, Oakland Symphony Chorus
Ocho Kandelikas
Arr. by Dan Cantrell
Kugelplex
Tallava California Benji Rifati
Arr. by Dan Cantrell
Kugelplex, Oakland Symphony
We Three Kings John Henry Hopkins, Jr.
Choral Arr. by Terrance Kelly
Orchestra Arr. Ben Heveroh
Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir, Oakland Symphony
River Deep, Mountain High
Jeff Barry, Ellie Greenwich, Phil Spector
Arr. by Lenny Wee
Maiya Sykes, vocalist, Ty Taylor, vocalist
Moorea Dickason, vocalist, Dan Ashley, vocalist
Best Intentions, Combined Choruses,
Break Bread Band, Oakland Symphony
Proud Mary John Fogerty
Arr. by Lenny Wee
Maiya Sykes, vocalist, Ty Taylor, vocalist
Moorea Dickason, vocalist, Dan Ashley, vocalist
Best Intentions, Combined Choruses,
Oakland Symphony
SF Symphony: Deck the Hall (SFUSD)
2 shows for San Francisco Unified School District Students