Harding Community Center

CARLSBAD/OCEANSIDE, Calif. — Voices Rock California is bringing its no-audition community rock and pop choir to North County this fall under the leadership of two local musicians and educators, Vanessa Gerads and Frank Meely.
Gerads and Meely will co-direct the Carlsbad/Oceanside choir, bringing together their experience in music education, performance and community music-making.
Gerads has spent more than two decades teaching choral music and directing choirs and musical theater productions. Meely, music director for Inner Child Theatre Camp and a longtime North County musician and music educator, brings extensive experience working with singers and performers of all ages.
Together, they will lead a choir designed not just for experienced singers, but for anyone who misses singing, has always wanted to try it, or simply wants a new way to meet people.
Voices Rock founder Betsy Leighton, a former social worker and therapist, started the organization with 15 singers in Denver in 2014 with a simple idea: people shouldn’t have to audition or consider themselves accomplished singers to experience the joy of making music together.
“We’re not looking for perfect singers,” Leighton said. “We’re creating a place where people can make music, meet people and feel like they belong.”
Voices Rock choirs sing familiar rock and pop music in a relaxed, supportive environment. There are no auditions and no need to read music.
The Carlsbad/Oceanside choir welcomes adults from throughout North County, including Carlsbad, Oceanside, Encinitas, Vista and surrounding communities.
For information and registration:
voicesrockcalifornia.com
Media Contact: Betsy Leighton 303-570-9602 <a href="mailto:Betsy@voicesrockcalifornia.com">Betsy@voicesrockcalifornia.com</a>

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Voices Rock Choir returns to North County for another session

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New Adult and Youth Rock Choirs Launching in Westlake Village
WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif. Voices Rock California is bringing two new no-audition rock and pop choirs to Westlake Village this September, with programs for both adults and students in grades 2 through 8 at Aspire Dance Studio.
There’s a special local connection behind the launch. Aspire owner Alexia Liavas sings with the Voices Rock Silver Lake choir. After experiencing the music, friendships and community herself, she wanted to help bring Voices Rock to Westlake Village and opened her studio to the new choirs.
Both choirs will be led by Savannah Koenig, a Los Angeles-based vocalist, musician and music educator who has taught singers of all ages. Her approach emphasizes creativity, encouragement and helping singers find their own voices.
Voices Rock founder Betsy Leighton, a former social worker and therapist, started the organization with 15 singers in 2014. The idea was simple: create a place where people could sing together without auditions, pressure or the expectation that they already consider themselves singers.
“We’re not looking for perfect singers,” Leighton said. “We’re creating a place where people can make music, meet people and feel like they belong.”
The adult choir begins September 10 and meets Thursdays from 7:45 to 9:00 p.m.
The youth choir for grades 2–8 begins September 14 and meets Mondays from 3:45 to 5:00 p.m.
Both choirs meet at Aspire Dance Studio, 5700 Corsa Ave., Suite 106, Westlake Village.
No auditions are required.
For information and registration:
<a href="https://www.voicesrockcalifornia.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.voicesrockcalifornia.com</a>
Media Contact:
Betsy Leighton
<a href="tel:303-570-9602">303-570-9602</a>
<a href="mailto:Betsy@voicesrockcalifornia.com">Betsy@voicesrockcalifornia.com</a>

Local Event: Voices Rock launching new Adult and youth Choirs in WESTLAKE VILLAGE

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New Adult and Youth Rock Choirs Launching in Westlake Village
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San Luis Obispo Library

SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif. — A new no-audition community rock and pop choir is coming to San Luis Obispo this fall, and the idea started with one local resident who missed singing with her choir.
Kathy Duda was a member of Voices Rock in Denver before moving to San Luis Obispo. After experiencing firsthand the friendships, music and sense of community that came from singing together each week, she wanted to bring the same experience to her new home.
Now, Voices Rock California is preparing to launch its first San Luis Obispo choir.
Voices Rock founder Betsy Leighton, a former social worker and therapist, started the organization with 15 singers in Denver in 2014. The idea was simple: create a place where people could sing together without auditions, pressure or the expectation that they already consider themselves singers.
“We’re not looking for perfect singers,” Leighton said. “We’re creating a place where people can make music, meet people and feel like they belong.”
Voices Rock choirs sing arrangements of familiar rock and pop music and welcome people with a wide range of musical experience. There are no auditions and no need to read music.
The San Luis Obispo choir is currently forming for its first session, and Voices Rock California is also searching for the right local musician or music educator to lead the group.
Anyone interested in joining the choir or learning more about the director position can visit:
voicesrockcalifornia.com
Media Contact: Betsy Leighton 303-570-9602 <a href="mailto:Betsy@voicesrockcalifornia.com">Betsy@voicesrockcalifornia.com</a>

Local Event: Voices Rock is launching a new adult choir in San Luis Obispo

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Redeemer Christian Academy

WEST LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Voices Rock California is bringing two separate no-audition rock and pop choirs to Los Angeles’ Westside this fall, with one choir for young singers and another for adults.
The Youth Choir gives young singers a fun, supportive place to sing rock and pop music, build confidence, make friends and experience the joy of singing together. Rehearsals begin at 6:00 p.m.
The Adult Choir begins at 7:30 p.m. and welcomes everyone from experienced singers to people who haven’t sung in years, as well as those who aren’t sure they would even call themselves singers.
Both choirs will be led by Los Angeles-based vocalist and music educator Lindsay Day.
Voices Rock founder Betsy Leighton, a former social worker and therapist, started the organization with 15 singers in Denver in 2014. The idea was simple: create a place where people could sing together without auditions, pressure or the expectation that they already consider themselves singers.
“We’re not looking for perfect singers,” Leighton said. “We’re creating a place where people can make music, meet people and feel like they belong.”
Voices Rock choirs sing rock and pop music in a welcoming, community-focused environment. There are no auditions and no need to read music.
Youth Choir Begins at 6:00 p.m.
Adult Choir Begins at 7:30 p.m.
For information and registration: voicesrockcalifornia.com
Media Contact: Betsy Leighton 303-570-9602

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Goat Hill Park Golf Course

Surf’s up, and so are the fairway flags as The Brother Benno Foundation presents their eighth annual charity golf tournament fundraiser
The event will feature 11-time World Surf League champion Kelly Slater and a day of ocean views, premium swag, famous sponsors and memorable giveaways. And, oh yes, plenty of golf for a good cause.

Sustainable clothing brand Outerknown and local favorite C3 Bank will return as event title sponsors.
Auctions, live and silent, will feature luxury items and exclusive golf and surfing experiences. 

The top live auction prize will be a surfing experience at the Kelly Slater Wave Company’s Surf Ranch, a destination resort in Lemoore, CA. The Surf Ranch is an immersive surf lifestyle experience offering epic waves, farm-to-table cuisine and lifelong memories. Other top auction prizes include surfboards by Slater Design and Firewire, and a custom designed board by Gerry Lopez.

Silent auction items will include golf excursions, sports gear, clothing, gift baskets and restaurant gift cards.
Golf tournament participants will receive a premium swag bag with apparel and golf items from sponsors. Registration begins at 9 a.m., which is also when silent auction bids open. The tournament starts with an 11 a.m. tournament photo and a shotgun start; lunch, snacks and dinner will be provided. A 50-50 raffle will offer a chance to win cash.

Top finishing teams will win special golf outings for foursomes. First place, Aviara Golf Club; second place, El Camino Country Club; third place, Goat Hill Park.

Entry fees are $250 for individual golfers and $1,000 for foursomes. People may sponsor active duty military golfers for $250. (Brother Benno’s will continue its tradition of sponsoring local active-duty military golfers on tournament day.)



Sponsorship opportunities are available at several price levels.
Proceeds will support Brother Benno’s mission of serving homeless neighbors and working poor in North San Diego County by offering essential meals, addressing basic needs, fostering community outreach and supporting addiction recovery.
Since its inception in 2019, the tournament has raised more than $2.1 million for critical need programs in San Diego County.

Visit <a href="https://brotherbenno.org/golf" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">brotherbenno.org/golf</a> to register or for more information on sponsorship opportunities. 

About Brother Benno’s
Brother Benno’s is dedicated to serving homeless neighbors and working poor in North San Diego County by offering essential meals, addressing basic needs, fostering community outreach and supporting addiction recovery. Visit <a href="https://www.brotherbennos.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.brotherbenno.org</a> for more information.

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