Americana: The Story of Our Roots (Saturday)

Americana: The Story of Our Roots (Saturday)

SoCo Women’s Chorus sings songs made famous by Dolly, Willie, Selena, Redbone, Dylan and more - with a live band!

By SoCo Women's Chorus

Date and time

Starts on Saturday, May 17 · 6pm CDT

Location

St. Martin's Lutheran Church

606 West 15th Street Austin, TX 78701

Refund Policy

No Refunds

Agenda

5:30 PM

Doors Open

6:00 PM

Concert Begins

About this event

SOCO WOMEN'S CHORUS PRESENTS - Americana: The Story of Our Roots

Join us for a musical journey through the rich traditions of folk, spirituals, country, Tejano, and rock. With heartfelt storytelling and powerful melodies, this program celebrates the power of music to connect and transform. Featuring songs made famous by Dolly Parton, Selena, Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan, Lydia Mendoza, and Redbone, this concert brings beloved classics and new favorites to life, including:

  • Will the Circle Be Unbroken
  • Down to the River to Pray
  • Shenandoah
  • Landslide
  • House of the Rising Sun
  • Now Let Me Fly
  • Seven Bridges Road

Plus, experience the world premiere of a stunning choral work by Appalachian composer Sherry Blevins, commissioned through our Bluebonnet Fund for New Music. This performance will also feature a performance by the 2025 recipient of our annual Melody Claire Hall Vocal Scholarship. Come celebrate with us!

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“American roots music refers to a wide range of musical genres that are closely associated with ordinary people's lives…The roots tradition, like a thick-trunked tree, has many gnarled branches that dip and curl through cultural history and burgeoning genres.” - From “What is Roots Music?"
“So, when we look at folk music in history, it's always had a function…folk music is made by people to say something about the human condition.” - Rhiannon Giddens

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TICKETS

A variety of ticket options are available to make our concert accessible while supporting our nonprofit community choir. All seating is general admission and first-come, first-served. All ticket sales help sustain our chorus and fund our programs. New this season, the Supporter Ticket is a way for those who want to give a little extra to ensure our music continues to thrive!

Ticket Options:

  • General Admission – $25 (Standard ticket)
  • Youth/Student/Senior Ticket – $15 (Under 18, students, and 65+)
  • Supporter Ticket – $50 (Just extra love for community music! - same seating as General Admission.)


Need Help? Email tickets@socowomenschorus.org with any questions or requests.

Need a Free Ticket? We believe music should be accessible to all. If cost is a barrier, we offer a limited number of free tickets by request— email tickets@socowomenschorus.org to learn more. Please note these requests must be received at least one week prior to the date of performance.

Looking For Tickets to the SUNDAY Show? Click here. This page ONLY sells tickets for our Saturday show. There will be an American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter at our SUNDAY SHOW ONLY. Click here to buy tickets with ASL-Accessible Seating at our Sunday show.

[Image ID: Collage of composers and artists with names of contemporary composers like Sherry Blevins and Stacey V. Gibbs, and lists of artists with famous songs such as Selena, Dolly Parton, Bob Dylan, and more listed on the side.]

[Image ID: A collage of SoCo Women’s Chorus singers at concerts, featuring a soloist with guitar, full 90-person choir, and singers holding black binders.] Photos by Mike Muegel.

OUR MISSION
The mission of SoCo Women’s Chorus is to provide Central Texas singers with the experience of musical artistry and excellence through choral singing and group performance. Our chorus is dedicated to reflecting Austin’s diversity and providing community service through music. Since our founding, we have proudly been a welcoming and safe space for women and LGBTQIA+ individuals who are treble singers.

WANT TO JOIN OUR CHORUS?
Auditions for our Winter 2025 semester will be held on August 24, 2025. If you can't make this date, other options are available for in-person and virtual auditions (which you can submit all year long). For more information, please see our website. We'd love to meet you!

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Frequently asked questions

Is there parking at the venue?

Yes! Plenty of parking options are available near St. Martin’s, including free options. We have access to all the parking listed for church members. Find details here: saintmartins.org/parking.

Can I bring my kids?

Yes! We love sharing choral music with all ages. Concerts are best for ages 6+, but you know your child best. To ensure a great experience for all, we ask that attendees remain quiet throughout the performance. As we also record audio/video, all attendees— including kids—must be able to sit quietly.

Do kids need a ticket?

Yes, every person attending must have a ticket, regardless of age. All children are eligible for the Youth/Student/Senior ticket pricing.

Is the venue wheelchair accessible?

Yes! St. Martin’s Lutheran Church is wheelchair accessible. Accessible parking is available next to the building, with entry at the 16th Street doors. For details, visit saintmartins.org/parking. For other accessibility needs, email tickets@socowomenschorus.org.

Will there be ASL interpretation?

Yes - our Sunday show will include American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation. When purchasing your ticket, you can select the ASL section, which has reserved seating with a clear view of the interpreter.

What accommodations are provided for blind and visually impaired guests?

We will email an accessible PDF program in advance of the concert—feel free to take a peek before the show or load onto a Braille notetaker. Trained service animals, as defined by the ADA, are welcome. For specific requests, email tickets@socowomenschorus.org.

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SoCo Women's Chorus

SoCo Women's Chorus is an auditioned community treble chorus based in Austin, Texas. Led by Artistic Director Lisa Sunset Holt, the chorus is made up of approximately 100 talented singers from diverse backgrounds and musical abilities. We celebrate our common love for creating and sharing music for our community, performing songs that range from medieval to contemporary, from western to global, and from classical to folk. Since being established in 2012 by Founding Artistic Director Janey Ryan, we have been dedicated to enriching the cultural fabric of Austin and building community through song.

Our mission is to provide Central Texas singers with the experience of musical artistry and excellence through choral singing and group performance. Our chorus is dedicated to reflecting Austin’s diversity and providing community service through music. We welcome singers of all gender identities with voices in the treble (soprano and alto) range. Since our founding, we have proudly been a welcoming and safe space for women and LGBTQIA+ individuals who are treble singers.

$15 – $50