Upcoming Events
Friday, February 10, 2012
Private Event
Olney Elementary School, Olney, MD
Friday, February 17, 2012 - 11:25 am
Williamsburg Middle School, Arlington, VA
Wednesday, February 22, 2012 - 8:00 am
Roberto Clemente Middle School, Germantown, MD
Friday, February 24, 2012 - 8:30 am
Riverdale Elementary School, Riverdale, MD
What audiences are saying about Snowday...
"They were fantastic! We'd love to have them back!"
- Ashburn Public Library
"Outstanding vocalists!"
- Piney Ridge Elementary School
"Snowday was brilliant! Everyone loved them - parents and kids and our own SI staff members as well. I would certainly hire them again!"
- Geri Provost, Smithsonian Institution
"You guys rock! You guys can beatbox and sing and rock out!"
- Student, Flint Hill Elementary School
"The group did a fantastic job! Their performance was lively, engaging and extremely entertaining."
-RICA
"I loved your songs and I hope you come back!"
- Student, Ritchie Park Elementary School
"What a delight you were! I have received more positive comments than I can count.....Thank you for sharing your talent and for the fabulous way you engaged the group. This wasn't just another dinner with another boring award ceremony that they had to endure......I now have only one problem - how will I ever top that next year? "
- Lt. Colonel Suzanne H. Haupt
National Secretary for Personnel
The Salvation Army
"What an incredible listening and learning experience for all of us!"
- Bainbridge Elementary School
News
January 4, 2012
In their annual Mouth Off Awards, or the Mouthys, hosts Christopher Diaz and Dave Brown named Amanda Aldag the A Cappella Community Unsung Hero and Mover and Shaker of 2011. Alto Kristin LoBiondo was recognized as a runner-up.
The awards were announced in part 2 of a 3 part series of the weekly podcast. Mouth Off brings a cappella fans news, reviews and personal views on all things vocal and is available free on iTunes.
Listen to this episode here.
December 15, 2011
Snowday is thrilled to welcome a new full-time alto to the group! Kristin LoBiondo, who also sings with local group Vox Pop , adds a wealth of musicality and personality to our shows, seminars and rehearsals. Kristin is a graduate of Elon University and currently volunteers for the Contemporary A Cappella Society as the Assistant Director of Events.
Kristin is already a familiar face for Snowday audiences, as she started performing as a sub in August 2011 and is very active in the local and national vocal music community.
November 2, 2011
Contact: amanda_iwantasnowday.com
On November 15th, SONOS - recent stars of NBC's "The Sing-Off" - will make a stop in the Washington, DC area for a concert at Arlington Temple Community Center. Local professional vocal group, Snowday, will open the show at 7:30 pm. Tickets are only $10 and will be available at the door.
SONOS masterfully combines vocal artistry with electronic effects, amazing audiences from coast to coast with their thoughtful reinterpretations of classic and indie pop and stunning original music. Fans are amazed by the ways in which this band continuously expands the boundaries of what all-vocal bands can do live. Snowday will open the show their signature engaging set of powerful pop rock.
This show promises to be a jaw dropping, unforgettable experience for local music fans.
More about SONOS:
Emerging in the fall of '09 from the Los Angeles vocal scene, Sonos turned the a cappella genre on its head with bold vocal+electronic interpretations of popular indie material. On their Verve debut "SonoSings" the group reinvented Radiohead, Bon Iver, Fleet Foxes & Imogen Heap, and dazzled with a dark, trip-hop take on a Jackson 5 classic.
Special appearances over the past two years include live radio sessions on NPR's Weekend Edition, KCRW, BBC Americana, Studio 360 and Sirius/XM; performances at SXSW '11, Sundance '10, Celtic Connections, ASCAP Awards and L.A. Ovation Awards; collaborations with Margaret Atwood and the Young _ Heart Chorus at UCLA Live; plus performances at colleges, clubs, radio stations and theaters all over the country and in the U.K.
In further collaborations, Sonos performed with Sara Bareilles at the Orpheum in LA and sang on an Ozomatli remix as part of their "Ozomatli vs. KCRW Soundclash" EP. "Gods & Marionettes", their stunning collaboration with the L.A. Contemporary Dance Company and playwright David Bridel, premiered this past year in Los Angeles at the Ford Ampitheater and USC's Bovard Auditorium. The piece, which combines the live vocal accompaniment of Sonos with a small group of dancers and a single actor, is a powerful artistic exploration of the concept of fate vs. free will.
The group won the 2010 CARA (Contemporary A Cappella Recording Award) for Best Pop/Rock song of the year, numerous ACAs (A Cappella Community Awards) including Best Group, Album and Vocalist, and the 2011 CARA for Best Holiday Album for their 2010 release "December Songs", a stunning collection of classics and originals inspired by the winter holiday season.
2011 sees Sonos releasing and touring in support of a new album, which will be entirely self-produced and feature all original material. The group looks forward to combining their passions for songwriting and innovative vocal music on this third studio release, as well as expanding upon the use of electronic effects in their live show.
More about SNOWDAY:
Founded in 2008 with the mission of bringing contemporary vocal music into mainstream education, Snowday covers all genres of music performing for audiences of all ages from Boston to Nashville. Outside of the dozens of annual performances in schools, Snowday has also performed for the National Christmas Tree Lighting, the Smithsonian, the National Aquarium and the Library of Congress.
The concert is on Tuesday, November 15, 2011 at 7:30 pm.
Arlington Temple Community Center is located at:
1835 N. Nash Street
Arlington, VA 22209
1 block from Rosslyn Metro Station; Free Garage & Street Parking available.
Tickets may be purchased at the door for $10, cash only.
For more information, please visit:
SONOS: www.sonosings.com
SNOWDAY: www.iwantasnowday.com
September 21, 2011
Snowday owner, Amanda Aldag, was recently interviewed by Gazette Staff Writer Topher Forhecz for a piece on the Collaboration showcase hosted by Class Acts Arts and Young Audience on September 24, 2011 at BlackRock Center for the Arts in Germantown.
In the article, Aldag discusses both the history behind Snowday as well as the impact of the group's programs in local education.
Read the full article here .
August 24, 2011
Have you ever thought about becoming a professional singer? Snowday will be hiring a new full time Alto in coming months. Applicants should have a strong solo voice, be flexible and confident on background vocals, and have a strong theatrical stage presence. Daytime availability is also required.
To be considered for this position please submit a video under 10 minutes in length that highlights a great solo (a cappella) and gives insight to your personality. Submissions can be sent to info_iwantasnowday.com
Snowday Partners With Project Philly
June 2, 2011
Snowday is proud to announce a new team effort in music education with the Philadelphia-based program, The A Cappella Project . Snowday will be working with Project Philly summer groups in a clinic and showcase to be held at Lower Merion High School on Saturday, July 30th.
Read the full press release.
Snowday Holding Auditions for New Subs!
April 16, 2011
Snowday is looking for a few new recruits for paid performance opportunities. Auditions for all voice parts will be held in May and June 2011. Applicants should have extensive vocal performance experience, day time availability and enjoy working with children. To sign up for a time please contact amanda_iwantasnowday.com
Snowday to Stay with Class Acts Arts for a 4th Year
April 1, 2011
Snowday is thrilled to officially be invited back to the Class Acts Arts artist roster for the 2011-2012 school year! The group truly enjoys bringing a cappella music into mainstream education through presentations, workshops and residencies and is honored to be a part of such an incredible organization.
For more information about Snowday's educational offerings, please contact Class Acts Arts.
Snowday Welcomes Chris Abramson
January 1, 2011
After a successful run as a sub for Snowday in 2010, Chris Abramson has taken the reins as our full time Vocal Percussionist. Chris is a graduate of Florida State University, where he performed with the group All Night Yahtzee . He also performs with local DC group Vox Pop .
We also wish our retiring Vocal Percussionist well! Hugh Gee, who recently became a first time dad, will continue to make guest appearances.
Snowday to Perform at National Christmas Tree Lighting 2010
November 15, 2010
Snowday has been selected to perform as part of the Pre-Show festivities on the White House Ellipse on December 9th. Offering a fun repertoire of holiday music for the lucky attendees, Snowday will get the audience ready for fellow performers BB King, Maroon 5 and Sara Bareilles all in anticipation of the lighting of National Christmas Tree.
Huge Concert Planned for October 2010
August 10, 2010
Snowday will join forces will local groups Vox Pop and Euphonism to open for a cappella powerhouse SONOS at Jammin Java on October 16th.
The show will start at 4:00 pm and tickets are $20. The show is expected to sell out, so fans are encouraged to buy tickets in advance on the Jammin Java website . This is an all ages show, so bring the kids!
Snowday Launches SMART MOUTH A Cappella Camp for Teens
June 1, 2010
Coming in August, Snowday will offer the first of a series of 2-day workshops for high school and college students. SMART MOUTH will strengthen musical foundation, build confidence and unlock the secrets to the rewarding world of contemporary all-vocal performance. Students will gain new knowledge in musicianship, performance, group management and promotion through hands on workshops and coachings that culminate with a final live performance with all participants.
Snowday, the leading provider of contemporary vocal music education in the Mid-Atlantic, combines a mastery of vocal performance and teaching to inspire the next generation of musicians. In addition to SMART MOUTH, Snowday tours the East Coast and beyond, bringing educational performances, workshops and residencies to schools and community organizations.
To learn more, visit www.iwantasnowday.com. Click on SMART MOUTH to register for the next camp session!
Snowday Welcomes Charlie Friday
After filling in for several months as a dedicated sub, Charlie Friday has accepted a full time position with Snowday as a Baritone, Bass and Vocal Percussionist.
Charlie studied vocal performance at Vanderbilt and Wake Forest Universities and has performed on stages across the globe as a soloist and cantor and with a cappella groups Gang of Six, Variations and Temporary Reprieve. Outside of Snowday, Charlie is a voice over artist, owns and operates the Clear Harmonies Productions studio in Montgomery Village, MD and performs with DC-area Contemporary A Cappella League group, Euphonism .
Snowday Invited to Stay with Class Acts Arts in 2010-11
February 15, 2010
After another successful year of touring Mid-Atlantic schools, Snowday is pleased to announce that their agreement with Class Acts Arts has been extended for a third year. The band is looking forward to sharing new show offerings, including Party in the USA , World of A Cappella and Holiday! , as well as an updated History of A Cappella.
Snowday to Compete in ACA Idol
February 1, 2010
Snowday will join several other a cappella groups in the annual ACA Idol competition at SingStrong to be held at South Lakes High School in Reston, VA from March 5-7. ACA Idol will open the weekend at 8 pm on Friday.
Snowday to Perform at National Portrait Gallery
January 30, 2010
Snowday will make a public appearance as part of the Presidential Fun Day at the National Portrait Gallery on Saturday, February 13th. The event will take place in the Kogod Courtyard in the Reynolds Center for American Art and Portraiture and is open to the public. Admission to the National Portrait Gallery is free and Snowday will perform, along with other artists and special guests, 3 times between 11:30 am and 3:00 pm.
Snowday to Perform at Baltimore National Aquarium
November 15, 2009
Snowday will make a public appearance as part of the cultural series at the Baltimore National Aquarium on December 4th. The December event is all about Holiday Traditions, so join Snowday as we share holiday cheer and demonstrate the history of a cappella music. This event will run from 5-9 pm and is open to the public. Admission to the Aquarium after 5 pm is $8.
Snowday Welcomes Heather Montague
June 1, 2009
Snowday is pleased to announce the addition of a new member, Heather Montague! Heather joins the ranks as an alto and will debut her vocal prowess in July. Heather also sings with local co-ed group, Vox Pop.
Snowday to Compete in Harmony Sweepstakes
March 1, 2009
Snowday will be traveling to Boston to compete in the Regional Harmony Sweepstakes A Cappella competition on Saturday, March 21st. The group is excited to compete with a wide variety of a cappella talent on our first big trip outside of the DC area. The winning group will earn a spot in the National competition in California on May 16th. Learn more about the Harmony Sweepstakes here .
For our fans in the Boston area, call the Box Office at 617-627-3493 for tickets.
Snowday Signed for Another Year
February 15, 2009
Snowday is proud to announce that we will be joining the Class Acts Arts Roster for another year. After a successful year bringing a cappella to schools in the DC metro area, we can't wait to visit even more schools in 2009-2010!
For more information on how to invite Snowday to your school, visit our Contact Page and get in touch with Class Acts Arts directly.
Busy December for Snowday
December 1, 2008
December is a great time for a Snowday! During December 2008, Snowday will make 11 appearances, with shows being added almost daily! If you aren't on the December calendar - don't worry - this Snowday comes all year round! Visit our Showspage for information on upcoming events or our Contact page to reach out and get a Snowday for yourself!
Snowday to Perform at Dundalk-appella
November 24, 2008
On December 6, 2008, Snowday will join several other acts for Dundalk-appella II. Other acts include Stardust Memories, Smooth Teaze, Ringers Notified, Patapsco High School Vocal Jazz and Chamber Choir and a few surprises
Dundalk-appella is a celebration of vocal music featuring a variety of local a cappella artists and genres vocal bands, doo-wop, girl groups, barbershop, gospel and madrigal. The evening is brought to you by Baltimore AMP.
Tickets are $20 each and are available in advance at www.baltimoreamp.com. Contact pmiursa_yahoo.com or call 410-288-0610 for additional information. Well behaved children ages 7-12 FREE with a paying adult. High school and college students with school ID - $10. This show is not recommended for preschoolers.
Approvals Roll in for Snowday
October 24, 2008
Snowday was recently added to the list of approved performers for Montgomery County Public Schools. Check us out on Page 26!
MSAC AiE Performance Funds are available for Snowday performances. Contact Class Acts Arts for more information.
Snowday to Perform on the National Mall
September 9, 2008
On September 21st, the best vocal talent in the DC Metro area will converge on the National Mall, for an afternoon of a cappella at the Sylvan Theatre. Starting at 1 pm, the Monumental A Cappella Madness Festival will showcase 9 local groups whose performances highlight the amazing capacity of the human voice. Snowday takes the stage at 3 pm and joins:
Some of the Parts (1 PM)
Tone Rangers (1:30 PM)
Venus D Minor (2:00 PM)
Euphonism (2:30 PM)
DC Accidentals (3:30 PM)
Skyline (4 PM)
BlueLine (4:30 PM)
dcVocals (5 PM)
The festival is free and guests are encouraged to bring chairs or blankets.
Snowday Welcomes Ward Ferguson and Becky James
August 1, 2008
Snowday is thrilled to welcome new members, Ward Ferguson and Becky James. Both bring extensive professional musicianship and performance experience that will add to the exciting Snowday repertoire.
With a BFA in Theatre from Auburn University, Ward worked as an actor and lighting designer for theatres in the southeast as well as producing and designing for conventions and industrials from sea to shining sea. Ward has performed at both Disneyworld and Universal Studios and has been a part of multiple theatre productions across the country. Becky began playing the piano at the age of 4 and now works as a freelance pianist and accompanist. She is the former musical director of Common Ground, an all-female a cappella ensemble at her alma mater, William & Mary.
Snowday Joins Class Acts Arts Roster
June 1, 2008
Formed in the merging of the talents of DC area vocal bands Euphonism and Skyline, Snowday is gearing up for a one-year contract with Silver Spring-based Class Acts Arts starting in July 2008.
Drawing from extensive and varied musical experiences, Snowday brings a fresh take on the a cappella sound. Building from the genre's roots in classical, spiritual, barbershop and doo-wop, members take a classic sound and give it a unexpected twist. With powerful solos, tight harmonies and jaw-dropping beats, Snowday creates the illusion of a full rockband without using instruments. Students will hear songs they know in new ways, be introduced to new sounds and learn how to create their own music using nothing but their mouths.
Class Acts Arts brings a broad range of artistic disciplines and cultural traditions directly into the community to strengthen education, stimulate creative self-expression and inspire a fresh view of the world. Class Acts Arts serves children, youth and families in Maryland, the District of Columbia and Northern Virginia. More information about Class Acts Arts is available on their website .
Shows
Wednesday, March 7, 2012 - 10:00 am
Blessed Sacrement School, Washington, DC
Friday, March 9, 2012 - 9:45 am
Kent Island School, Kent Island, MD
Monday, April 16 - Tuesday April 17, 2012
Residency Workshops & Public Concert
Hillsboro-Deering High School, Hillsborough, NH
Friday, May 18, 2012 - 9:00 am
Saints Peter and Paul School, Easton, MD
Wednesday, May 30, 2012 - 9:00 am
Lucy Barnsley Elementary School, Rockville, MD
Friday, June 1, 2012 - 1:30 pm
Twin Ridge Elementary School, Mount Airy, MD
Thursday, July 12, 2012 - 9:30 & 11:30 am
Backyard Theatre Stage at Strathmore
Strathmore, North Bethesda, MD
Now booking for the 2011-2012 School Year and general shows through 2013.
Please Contact Class Acts Arts to bring Snowday to your school!
Check out who's had a Snowday and who will be getting one soon!
Music
General Repertoire
* Beautiful Day (U2)
* Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy (The Andrews Sisters)
* Book of Love (The Monotones)
* Celebration (Kool n the Gang)
* Charlie Brown (The Coasters)
* Dancin' in the Streets (Martha & the Vandellas)
* Don't Stop the Music Mashup (Rihanna/MJ/Madonna)
* Dream a Little Dream of Me (Mama Cass)
* Duke of Earl (Gene Chandler)
* Everytime I Feel The Spirit (Spiritual)
* Goodbye, My Coney Island Baby (Les Applegate)
* Happy Together (The Turtles)
* Haven't Met You Yet (Michael Buble)
* He Could Be The One (Miley Cyrus)
* Higher and Higher (Jackie Wilson)
* Hit Me With Your Best Shot (Pat Benetar)
* I Just Want to Celebrate (Rare Earth)
* My Girl (The Temptations)
* Leave The Pieces (The Wreckers)
* Ode to Beatbox (MAUF)
* Papa Loves Mambo (Perry Como)
* Party in the U.S.A. (Miley Cyrus)
* Pocketful of Sunshine (Natasha Bedingfield)
* Put a Little Love in Your Heart (Jackie DeShannon)
* Say Hey (Michael Franti & Spearhead)
* September (Earth, Wind & Fire)
* Sharp Dressed Man (ZZ Top)
* Something To Believe In (Parachute)
* Somewhere Over The Rainbow (Judy Garland)
* The Beatboxer Who Broke My Heart (Hey Ocean!)
* The Lion Sleeps Tonight (Solomon Linda)
* True Colors (Steinberg & Kelly)
* Viva La Vida (Coldplay)
* Walking in Memphis (Marc Cohn)
* With a Little Help From My Friends (The Beatles)
* Woah Oh (Forever The Sickest Kids)
* Wonderful Tonight (Eric Clapton)
Holiday/Special Repertoire
* America the Beautiful
* Angels We Have Heard on High
* Auld Lang Syne
* Carol of the Bells
* Feliz Navidad
* God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen
* Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer
* Hannukah, Oh Hannukah
* Happy Diwali
* Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas
* Here We Come A-Wassailing
* I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus
* I Saw Three Ships
* Jingle Bell Rock
* Joy to the World
* Let it Snow
* Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer
* Sicut Cervus
* Silent Night
* The Star Spangled Banner
* Umoja
* White Christmas
* Winter Wonderland
Bios
SNOWDAY VOCAL BAND
Snowday was founded in early 2008 with the mission of bringing a cappella and vocal music into mainstream education. Started as a collaboration of several DC area groups, Snowday brings a diverse background of performance and education to the stage. All members of the group started singing and playing instruments from a very young age, discovering contemporary a cappella in high school and college.
The group loves bringing a dose of fun to community and private events. As part of the Class Acts Arts roster, Snowday travels to dozens of schools each year and members are very active in the local and national a cappella community.
AMANDA ALDAG - SOPRANO
Born and raised in the suburbs of Philadelphia, Amanda started singing as a bona fide hobby when the music teacher picked her to do a solo in front of the whole school at the tender age of six. That performance was followed up with an imitation of JEM and the Rockers for her second grade music performance (diagonal haircut included).
The choirs and ensembles continued through high school. At Hamilton College Amanda was a member and musical director of the schools oldest all-female a cappella group Special K. After graduation she moved to rural Japan for 4 years where she founded, trained and performed with an award-winning international a cappella group called the Amigos. In 2006, Amanda became a founding member of the CARA nominated Contemporary A Cappella League group Euphonism , with whom she is currently a director, manager and performer. She also serves as a member of the Board of Directors for CASA , supporting the Contemporary A Cappella League among other projects.
When she's not singing random back up parts along with the radio or putting the stereo on repeat to help with the latest arrangement project, Amanda enjoys swimming, skiing, cooking, disguising her Philly accent or traveling with her husband and son. She lists her musical influences as everything from Mariah Carey to Michael Bublé to Eminem and declares herself as Elliott Yamin's biggest fan.
KRISTIN LOBIONDO - ALTO
Kristin LoBiondo was raised in Cary, North Carolina. Her passion for singing began at a young age (when she could finally reach the piano keys), and she quickly became involved in anything where she could make music. She played various instruments from grade school through college where she earned her BA in Music with a vocal-concentration at Elon University. At Elon, she was in every ensemble offered, from the vocal jazz group to the drumline in the marching band.
Kristin's giant leap into the a cappella world began after college while working at Duke University. She was a member of a community group in Durham, NC called Second Shift where she served two terms as business director. Aside from Snowday, Kristin is also a member of Vox Populi , a DC Contemporary A Cappella League group. Since 2009, Kristin has been working with the Contemporary A Cappella Society, and is currently Assistant Director of Events. She counts down the hours from the end of one festival to the next!
Outside of a cappella, Kristin moved to DC in November 2010, works at the Music Center at Strathmore in Bethesda and can't get enough of 80s music and the NBC Comedy Thursday line-up.
WARD FERGUSON - BARITONE
Originally from Houston, TX, Ward performed voraciously as a child and teenager. He was uprooted in his sixteenth year and moved to LA (that's Lower Alabama). He received a BFA in Theatre from Auburn University.
Ward worked as an actor and lighting designer for theatres in the southeast as well as producing and designing for conventions and industrials from sea to shining sea. Ward has been privileged to create roles in many original stage works from Orlando to Lincoln Center. Some of his roles in published works have been Judas in Jesus Christ Superstar, John the Baptist/Judas and Jesus in multiple productions of Godspell, Eddie/Dr. Scott in The Rocky Horror Show and, most recently, Steven Kodaly in She Loves Me. Ward has also performed at both Disneyworld and Universal Studios.
An avid musician, Ward has served as Musical Director for several regional and children's theatres. He has also worked extensively as an a cappella vocalist, specializing in 50's do-wop, and plays keyboards for several of those bands that use instruments. Ward thanks Snowday and Skyline for letting him sing a cappella again. Ward also thanks his dogs for their understanding when he attends rehearsals and their patience when he practices at home.
CHARLIE FRIDAY - BASS
Charlie began singing in the suburbs of Washington, D.C. at an early age. A graduate of the Landon School, he studied vocal arranging and directing under the tutelage of Thaddeus Cavuoti while participating in both the chorus and madrigal groups. When he was a senior, he founded and directed the pop group Gang of Six. Charlie went on to study classical vocal performance at the Blair School of Music at Vanderbilt University, and Wake Forest University.
Charlie has been a section leader, soloist, and cantor at Christ Episcopal Church in Rockville for 15 years, and recently toured England with the ensemble. He performed solos in Westminster Abbey, Ely Cathedral, St. Georges Chapel at Windsor Castle, and led Evensong Services at Canterbury Cathedral. Charlie has performed professionally around the country in many classical and pop vocal ensembles, on tours in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, Philadelphia, St. Louis, and the Grand Bahamas. He has also participated in Master Classes with Ben Heppner and Denise Graves, and is currently studying with Don Wiggins.
In college, Charlie was a member and director of the Vanderbilt Variations, and then directed Wake Forest Temporary Reprieve, while continuing to perform with Gang of Six. He recorded and produced several albums with these groups, as well as sharing a billing with Paul McCartney and The B-52s at a gala charity event in Los Angeles with Gang of Six. Charlie currently performs bass and vocal percussion with the Washington, D.C. pop group Euphonism , which was recently nominated for two CARA awards for their EP, which he produced and mixed.
When Charlie is not involved in all things musical, he enjoys reading, cooking, and spending time with his wonderful fiancée.
CHRIS ABRAMSON - VOCAL PERCUSSION
Chris has been an instrumentalist his whole life, starting at around age 7 when his father began teaching him the saxophone. With those early lessons he found his muse, and music has been his passion ever since. His first formal instruction in music began in the fourth grade man-handling a violin and then a cello. When his middle school program didn't offer strings, with his parents encouragement, he took advantage of his home taught knowledge of the saxophone. He joined the band and never looked back, going on to major in music and win an audition to become a military musician.
Chris began his life as a vocal percussionist with a fairly random encounter on the campus of The Florida State University. When a friend asked him to attend her yahtzee concert, he agreed and fell head over heels for a cappella music. The group he saw that night was FSUs All-Night Yahtzee and with them he became an award winning vocal percussionist.
Chris is currently the vocal percussionist for Snowday, and the assistant musical director for Vox Populi. Both groups are based in the DC area.
JOHN BAER - GUEST PERFORMER
BENJAMIN PARKER - GUEST PERFORMER
JEEVES MURPHY - GUEST PERFORMER
HEATHER MONTAGUE - GUEST PERFORMER
AMANDA McDONALD - GUEST PERFORMER
DANNY OZMENT - GUEST PERFORMER
Major Concert Announced: Snowday to open for SONOS in Rosslyn, VA
On November 15th, SONOS - recent stars of NBC's "The Sing-Off" - will make a stop in the Washington, DC area for a concert at Arlington Temple United Methodist Church. Local professional vocal group, Snowday, will open the show at 7:30 pm. Tickets are only $10 and will be available at the door.
Arlington Temple United Methodist Church is located at:
1 block from Rosslyn Metro Station; Street Parking available.
June 10, 2011
Two Contemporary A Cappella Groups Team Up To Promote Music Education
Philadelphia, PA June 2: The A Cappella Project - Philadelphia is joining forces with Snowday Vocal Band of Washington D.C. to present a Summer Clinic and Showcase Concert on July 30th, 2011. The clinic strives to engage a professional contemporary a cappella group to educate the singers of Project-Philly in rehearsal and presentation techniques. The showcase concert will begin with opening acts by both of Project-Philly's summer a cappella groups and feature Snowday, a professional quintet of a cappella singers.
The A Cappella Project - Philadelphia is a non-profit charitable organization based in King of Prussia, PA. Project-Philly sponsors an all-adult a cappella group in the fall and spring and two summer groups composed of college undergraduates and adult enthusiasts. The summer groups hold a benefit concert every summer to raise money for the Ani Fiordimondo Performing Arts Scholarship Fund, administered by the Walnut Street Theatre in Philadelphia. This year's benefit concert is on Friday, August 12 at Lower Merion High School.
The Clinic and Showcase Concert in July is a new event featuring Snowday Vocal Band, a professional contemporary a cappella group that specializes in educational events. Snowday was founded in early 2008 with the mission of bringing a cappella and vocal music into mainstream education. Started as a collaboration of several D.C. area groups, Snowday brings a diverse background of performance and education to the stage.
