We are thrilled to announce the return of our Songwriter Showcase honoring D.C.'s thriving music scene by introducing exciting local artists to new audiences. This year’s powerful collaboration features dynamic singer-songwriter Kemi Adegoroye, at the newly revamped Penn Social Concert Hall on Saturday, August 13, at 7:30pm.

Get a glimpse behind the a cappella curtain with back-to-back performances of an original song by Kemi, followed by the world premiere of a new version - arranged for voices only. The program will also feature a vibrant variety of rock, jazz, R&B, pop, and more, as both artists share the ...
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The Capital Hearings are holding auditions for Altos, Baritones, and Basses! We’re looking for versatile singers ready to tackle a wide range of classical choral, vocal jazz, and contemporary a cappella repertoire. Email auditions@thecapitalhearings.com with your name, phone number, and preferred first round date:

• Wednesday April 27, 7:30-10:00 p.m.
• Saturday April 30, 2:00-5:00 p.m.

See our Auditions page for more in-depth details, and we look forward to meeting you!

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Congratulations to Nicholas Ryan Kelly, the winner of our 2021 Young Composers Competition! His new work "Infinite Horizon" sets John Gould Fletcher's stirring poem "The Calm". In Kelly's words: "As North America slowly emerges from the Covid-19 pandemic, I related to...the restlessness that can accompany involuntary idleness, and the hope in an unseen, unknowable future, as well as the simple sense of renewal after a storm. This whole spectrum of emotions came out (and was hopefully reconciled) in the music." Join us on October 23 for the World Premiere of this stunning new piece! ...
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