Third annual “Sip ‘n Song” at Pioneer Park on July 6

Grass Valley, CA July 3, 2024 : Due to the forecast of extreme heat expected on Saturday, July 6, InConcert Sierra is canceling their Sierra Master Chorale fundraising event “Sip ‘n Song,” which was scheduled to take place at Pioneer Park at 5pm. The safety and comfort of our patrons, performers, and staff are our highest priorities.

InConcert Sierra and the Sierra Master Chorale are committed to rescheduling the event and will announce the new date as soon as possible.

For more information, contact inconcertsierra.org or 530-273-3990

Grass Valley: InConcert Sierra and the Sierra Master Chorale present the third annual “Sip ‘n Song” at Pioneer Park on Saturday, July 6 from 5pm to 8:30pm.

InConcert Sierra and the Sierra Master Chorale’s Sip ‘n Song is an outdoor, family-friendly, fun-filled evening of music, dancing, raffles, and face painting for both kids and adults, all in support of the Sierra Master Chorale’s programs.

Enjoy and dance to the music of “Sons of Boogie” and “Then Again,” with both bands featuring members of the Sierra Master Chorale.

“Sons of Boogie” delivers a lively mix of rockin’ blues and favorite nostalgic hits from the ’70s and ’80s. With smooth vocal harmonies and high-energy stage antics, their main goal is to get everyone up and dancing. Original members Dave McLellan (lead guitar) and Doug Morgan (bass), both former SMC singers, have been playing together since the late ’70s. In the early ’90s, they were joined by powerhouse drummer Kevin Woolard. In 1997, they welcomed the addition of lead vocalist and harp player Steve Mendoza (SMC tenor and ICS board member) and guitarist John Liron.

 “Then Again”  plays the music of the Beatles, Joni Mitchell, Simon & Garfunkel, Carole King, Fleetwood Mac, Crosby Stills and Nash, and more from the late 50s to the early 80s. The band includes SMC members Kathy Chastain (vocals, keyboard) and Steve Nicholson (vocals, bass guitar), along with James May (vocals, guitar) and Ben Schley-May (drums). With three-part vocal harmonies and classic songs, they infuse their performances with an infectious spirit of fun, inspiring audiences to dance and sing-alongs.

The audience is encouraged to bring lawn chairs and a picnic dinner; however, outside alcohol is not permitted. Freshly popped popcorn and treats from CoCo’s Lazy Dog Confectioners will be available for purchase, along with beer on tap from Grass Valley Brewery, kombucha from Gold Vibe Kombuchary, a selection of wines from Alta Sierra Wine Shop, and a variety of non-alcoholic beverages.

For a touch of whimsical fun, two singers from the Sierra Master Chorale will provide face painting for both kids and adults. As this event is a fundraiser for the chorale, there will be exciting raffle prizes and additional playful ways to support the SMC. Bring the entire family; however, no pets are allowed.

The Sierra Master Chorale is a high-caliber community choir of auditioned singers who traditionally perform with the InConcert Sierra Orchestra. The chorale was founded in 2008 and is a program of the local nonprofit classical music organization, InConcert Sierra, which was founded in 1946.