Echoes of a Decade - 10th Anniversary Fundraising Concert

🎶 Relaxed Fundraising Concert Overview

Established in 2015, SoundsWell Singers is a therapeutic choir for people with neurological conditions, including (but not limited to) Aphasia post-Stroke, Dementia, and Parkinson’s Disease. It is co-led by two NZ Registered Music Therapists, and meets weekly in a warm, supportive, and social environment. No prior choir or singing experience is needed, and support people are always welcome.

The choir has a dual therapeutic purpose and aims to address both the psychosocial needs (including confidence, friendship, community) and physical needs (such as strength of vocal production, clarity of speech, improved posture and breath control) of its members, through singing and evidence based singing related exercises. It provides a welcoming, fun, safe, and supportive environment for members and their partners / carers.

At this special 10th anniversary concert, the choir will perform a mix of well-known songs, songs from around the world, and ones they have created or adapted over the years.

Come along, show your support, and feel the transformative power of music and community.

🌟 Special Guest: Jessica Browning

Jessica Browning is an American harpist, vocalist, music therapy student, yoga teacher, speaker, and multidisciplinary artist whose music flows with the rhythm of the ocean and the depth of human emotion. After an extraordinary journey sailing across the Pacific Ocean with her family, Jessica now calls Aotearoa home. Her work is deeply shaped by the vast seascapes she’s traversed, her lived experiences, and a heartfelt commitment to healing, connection, and meaningful expression.

🎟️ Raffle & Silent Auction

Take part in our fundraising raffle and silent auction. Every dollar raised goes directly toward supporting this life-changing choir.

Purchase additional Raffle Tickets here: https://app.galabid.com/soundswellsingers/items

Bid on auction items here: https://app.galabid.com/soundswellsingers/items

♿ Accessibility

Our concert venue is fully accessible. If you require accessible parking or have any specific needs, please don’t hesitate to contact us; we’ll do our best to accommodate you.

💬 Voices Beyond the Music

Throughout the concert, choir members will share personal stories about their journeys with neurological conditions and how being involved with SoundsWell Singers has impacted their lives. These heartfelt moments bring deeper meaning to the music and highlight the strength of this incredible community.

❤️ Why It Matters

For many members, SoundsWell's weekly sessions are a rare opportunity to connect, express themselves, and find joy despite the daily challenges of Aphasia, Parkinson’s, Dementia, and other neurological conditions. Your support helps keep this essential programme running and growing.

🎤 Empower Voices, Change Lives

Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of song, courage, and community. Bring a friend, bid in the silent auction, grab a raffle ticket, and help us raise funds to ensure this choir continues to change lives—one voice at a time.