There’s lots to love about VOENA: their genuine joy while singing, colorful costumes, songs and the multicultural mix of kids (plus a few adults) whose ages range from five to 18. But what I love most is that founder Annabelle Marie inspires the group of more than 150 kids to discover their voice and use it for good. They’ve infused inspiration and happiness in the lives of the community, also singing at schools and charity events. (Read more)
SF Chronicle: Kids' choir Voena to perform at Olympics
The choir was started as a way for a mom in Benicia to keep her three sons busy.
Nearly two decades later, the choir, which began with 12 children, now has 140 kids, ages 5 to 18, who will perform at the... (Read more)
BAM Magazine: Bay Area Music Group Invited to Sing at the Olympics
The 2012 Summer Olympics in London are right around the corner, and I was very excited to learn that a Bay Area music group has been invited to journey to the U.K. and perform at one of the most prestigious events at the games... (read more)
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HuffPost: VOENA Children’s Choir To Perform At Olympic Games In London
Scott Gault and Kristin Hedstrom aren’t the only Bay Area natives gearing up for a performance in the London Olympics this summer. In fact, 55 children from Benicia are preparing themselves for their own time in the international spotlight. (read more)