Freetown Village Children’s Ensemble is launching its second semester season in an effort to reach audiences with traditional African and African-American music. Children ages 8 through 12 years old learn African-American history and culture, public speaking, and movement. The children dress in various costumes as they present these songs to audiences throughout Central Indiana.
Auditions for any children 8-12 will be Jan. 18 and Jan. 25 at 7 p.m. at St. Alban’s Episcopal Church, 4601 N. Emerson Ave. Boys and girls interested in auditioning do not have to have previous music experience, but must be able to sing a song and respond to questions.
The Freetown Village Children’s Ensemble performance season will continue through June 2011.
The Freetown Village Children’s Ensemble is directed by Ellen Sayles, a local educator and musician. Some of the previous performances have been at the Indianapolis Artsgarden, the International Festival, Circle City Classic Parade, and several area churches.
Regular rehearsals are on the third and fourth Tuesday’s from 6-7 p.m. at St. Alban’s Church. The fee is $65 per semester and includes the performance shirt. The Ensemble is also accepting performance engagements through the end of June.
For more information or to schedule an audition time, call (317) 631-1870.
