Tech Direction Supports America Sings Festival in Nashville

Dan Nagle • May 11, 2023

A Festival of Hope Uniting Thousands of Kids in Song

We are thrilled to announce our involvement in the highly anticipated America Sings! festival, set to take place in the vibrant city of Nashville, Tennessee this weekend. America Sings brings together thousands of talented kids from across the country, fostering a spirit of unity and showcasing their extraordinary vocal talents while supporting a noble cause. Join us as we delve into the remarkable world of America Sings and our role in making this festival an unforgettable experience.


The Essence of America Sings:

America Sings! Inc. was founded in 1988 by John Jacobson and a group of his friends who supported John’s dream of hosting a noncompetitive, outdoor choral festival. Inspired by the philanthropy of professional musicians, John knew that young amateur singers could also make a positive difference in their communities and would have a good time doing it!

 

After the first festival in Washington DC, America Sings! was determined to reach even more singers by creating opportunities for them to combine music and charitable service. America Sings!, a 501c3 charitable nonprofit corporation, expanded its operations to produce festivals and special events in cities across America. Singers from all fifty states have attended America Sings! events and have completed community service projects to help charities in the cities where the events are held as well as in their hometowns. They donate tons of goods to food banks, homeless shelters, soup kitchens, programs for children who are sick, hospitalized or in child care centers. 


America Sings! is returning to Music City with performances at the iconic Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park Amphitheater in downtown Nashville. We are proud to be the providing support for the festival's technical production on this iconic stage. With our expertise in tech, lights, sound, and video, we are committed to delivering a captivating and immersive experience for all attendees. We are honored to play a part in showcasing the remarkable talents of thousands of kids while supporting charitable initiatives that make a difference in communities across America.


Follow us on social media to be part of this remarkable celebration of music, youth, and the power of coming together for a good cause. See https://www.americasings.org/ for more info on the event.

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