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In addition to her work as a soloist, Sarah works as a professional chorister with Pro Coro Canada. She has a Bachelor of Music, a Bachelor of Education, and a Masters in Education. Sarah is passionate about bringing high-quality music education to children. She teaches elementary music with Elk Island Catholic Schools in Fort Saskatchewan, serves as the President of the Alberta Kodály Association, and sits on the board of directors for the Kodály Society of Canada. Can you share your thoughts on the elements of this concert’s repertoire? I love music that tells a story and takes you on a journey, and this program delivers! Praulins' composition techniques lend themselves so well to animated storytelling. The special flare that Shumayela brings really takes it to the next level. What are the highlights of performing choral masterpieces for you? Performing choral music can be such a satisfying experience. The challenge of creating music as an ensemble of voices, the intense sound a group like Pro Coro can create, and the emotion it evokes is so fulfilling as a choral artist. How do you believe professional choral arts impact lives? The more we learn about the brain, the more we learn of the benefits of music in our lives not only as performers, but as audience members (check out the study done by Choral Canada to learn more!). Choral music has a unique ability to evoke deep emotions, foster community, enrich cultural understanding, keep traditions alive, and push the boundaries of our understanding through the shared experiences of the choral community. Join Sarah and the rest of Pro Coro Canada this Saturday, November 2, at McDougall United Church or on ProCoroTV for the North American premiere of Ugis Praulins’ The Emperor's New Clothes!
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