YOUNG@HEART IN “OLD SCHOOL”!

Young@Heart Chorus: “Old School”
Sunday, November 24, 2024 - 3PM
Academy of Music Theatre
274 Main St
Northampton, MA
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Young@Heart delivers a brand new show called “Old School” on Sunday, November 24th, 3PM at the Academy of Music.

"Old School" is a phrase that carries many meanings, but when it comes to Young@Heart, it signifies timeless talent and unforgettable performances. Our beloved legends—Helen Boston (95), Gloria Parker (96), Steve Martin (96), Lu Cauley (95), Pat Booth (92), Norman Moreau (91), Anita Shumway (90), and the truly remarkable Dora Morrow (102)—will leave you in awe with their incredible skills and enduring spirit.

Joining them on stage will be some fantastic new talents, adding a fresh twist to this heartwarming showcase. Special guests and a dynamic playlist that ranges from The Kinks to Janis Joplin, The Cramps, and Mavis Staples, ensure this is a night of music that spans generations and genres.

Don't miss this chance to see Young@Heart in a whole new light. It's not just a performance—it's a celebration of music, history, and the joy of living life to the fullest!

INTRODUCING THE YOUNG@HEART FAN CLUB

Introducing the Young@Heart Fan Club, a new way to support Y@H!

This isn't just a fan club; it's a critical lifeline for our chorus, and we need your immediate support! For over 42 years, Young@Heart has defied expectations and spread joy worldwide. However, we're now at a crucial moment.

As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, ticket sales, sponsorships, local business advertisements, and grants contribute to our operations, but they are not able to sustain our mission. ​The truth is, that we rely heavily on the generous support of our dedicated fans to keep this organization afloat.​ Your donations are not just appreciated; they are how we survive and give us the ability to bring impactful performances to our fans. Your immediate and ongoing contribution is vital. The size of your contribution does not matter, it could be as simple as you donating the cost of two cups of coffee a month!

Learn more about why we need your support, and why you joining the Fan Club today could ensure Young@Heart’s future.

MEET YOUR NEW DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR

I'm Heather Caisse-Roberts, the new Development Director of Young@Heart. It's an honor to join this organization, and I'm excited to contribute to its continued success. From the moment I walked into a Young@Heart rehearsal, I felt the unique and genuine connection that defines this group. Witnessing the talent, humor, and passion of our chorus members, I immediately knew I’d found something special. While I may never grace the stage as a lead singer (trust me, you don't want to hear my attempts!), I'm already looking forward to 2058 when I hope to join Y@H as a "member in waiting." Until then, I'm committed to channeling my passion for development into supporting this incredible group.

Learn more about Heather and her plans here.

IN MEMORY OF JACK SCHNEPP (1930-2024)

It’s with such intense sadness that we write that one of our longest performing members, Jack Schnepp, passed away this week at the age of 94. Jack first came to the chorus in the year 2000 and immediately set out to London and Wales with the group to perform in Road 2 Heaven directed by No Theater, the first show we went on tour with internationally.

Over the years Jack became a beloved member of the group who would often floor us with his wry sense of humor. Everyone thought of Jack as a gentleman. I know that sounds old-fashioned, but that is who Jack was. He was such a refreshing throwback. He also loved musical challenges. He sang the most beautiful versions of John Lennon’s “Jealous Guy” and the Flaming Lips song “All We Have Is Now”. During the pandemic he and his partner Joyce Dearman starred in an excellent music video of Iggy Pop’s song “Tonight”.

To learn more about Jack, please click here.

Young@Heart is NOW Artist-in-Residence at AIC in Springfield and at BOMBYX IN Florence, MA

Young@Heart established a partnership with American International College (AIC) in January 2024, serving as artist-in-residence. Through this collaboration, the chorus will maintain a regular presence on campus, rehearsing in the Esther B. Griswold Theatre for the Performing Arts every Thursday morning, and presenting on-campus performances. AIC students will also have the unique opportunity to engage with the chorus as interns.

Young@Heart has been artist-in residence at BOMBYX since 2022, and rehearses in their “Peacock Room” every Monday morning. We are honored to call BOMBYX a home, and performed in the venue’s iconic Sanctuary for the first time in early 2024. Learn more.

In Memory of Justa “Ana” Garcia

Ana, a beloved member of the Young@Heart, passed away on February 1, 2024. Ana joined the group in the middle of the pandemic in June 2021. She had an auspicious debut at her first rehearsal with the group where she sang the classic Puerto Rican song "Lamento Borincano" and blew everyone away – she then made her way to the stage with us in the spring of 2022. 

Ana was the first person to ever join the group already in her 90’s. Everything about Ana was a treat. She had a fabulous voice, a great sense of humor and beautiful spirit. She was loved by all in the 2.5-year period she was a member of the group. One of our fondest memories of Ana was during a rehearsal where we asked everyone to basically sing us their life. The band played a traditional blues to Paul Butterfield’s “Born in Chicago” and the singers would sing us their life story. Most people gave a short 30-second rendition – Ana, on the other hand, had a lot to say. She gave us a pretty thorough run down of her 93 years while having both the band and chorus in stitches.

To learn more about Ana, please click here.

OUR MISSION

To eliminate ageism and shatter stereotypes of growing old through innovative musical performances that inspire and unite diverse communities.

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