All Voices: A MultiGenerational Choir
led by Emilia Kister
All Voices: A MultiGenerational Choir is a vocal ensemble open to persons of any level of vocal ability who want to experience music making in a community. All Voices encourages friends and family of all ages to join together for a multi-generational music experience.
“Thank you for the humor and energy you brought to the rehearsals. It was truly a memorable experience for us to do something like this. In a time when I feel like all I’m doing is driving the kids to their activities and somehow trying to squeeze in time for my own, this was a refreshing change to do something together that we all loved. We will be back! ”
All Voices performance at Magnuson Park Theatre: March 29, 2026 (Photo by Allina Yang Photography)
“... coming back to singing at 72 years old made me realize how much I missed this. It is a great feeling that one can only appreciate when one does it. ... All these diverse people, the kids, the old folks like me, and everyone in between, all singing together in front of their families and friends form such a lovely feeling of inclusion and community, that is so cool!”
“I’ve been reflecting on what a special 10 weeks this has been for [child’s name] and me. I’m so grateful you’ve cultivated such a loving community and welcomed us into it. This was my first time singing since leaving my career as a performer six years ago, and getting to do it alongside [child’s name] made it surreal in the best way. She loved every bit of it and immediately asked when we would get to do it again.”
Are you interested in joining All Voices?
Our next session will in the Fall of 2026. Please subscribe to my email list to be the first to know, once those details become available. Hope to sing with you!
All Voices: A MultiGenerational Choir
“InterGenerational music making with a live band!”
Emilia Kister, Director
All Voices: Spring ’26*
Seattle Waldorf School
2728 NE 100th St, Seattle, WA 98125
*The Spring ‘26 session of All Voices has ended. Our next session will be in Fall 2026.
Rehearsal Location:
Seattle Waldorf School
Parking available on site
Two bus routes nearby, just a short walk to the school
Rehearsals will take place in a beautiful light-filled hall with a grand piano!
Rehearsal Dates & Time:
Sunday, January 25 - Rehearsal #1 - 3:30-5:00pm
Sunday, February 1 - Rehearsal #2 - 3:30-5:00pm
Sunday, February 8 - Rehearsal #3 - *Time Change :11:30-1:00pm* GO SEAHAWKS!
Sunday, February 22 - Rehearsal #4 - 3:30-5:00pm
Sunday, March 1 - Rehearsal #5 - 3:30-5:00pm
Sunday, March 8 - Rehearsal #6 - 3:30-5:00pm
Sunday, March 15 - Rehearsal #7 - 3:30-5:00pm
Sunday, March 22 - Rehearsal #8 - 3:30-5:00pm
Saturday, March 28 - Dress Rehearsal #9 - 3:30-5:30pm
Performance Showcase
Sunday, March 29th @ 5:30pm at Magnuson Park Theatre
Tuition:
Tuition for All Voices depends on the number of rehearsals in a session. For reference: each gathering is valued at roughly $20 per session. The Winter/Spring 2026 session will have 10 gatherings. If Financial Support is needed, please email emiliakister@gmail.com. Thank you!
Tuition for one participant: $200
Tuition for three participants: $500
Scholarship Fund:
If you are able to contribute to All Voices: A MultiGenerational Choir Scholarship Fund, the money will be used to sponsor participants in need of Financial Support. Donations to the Scholarship Fund can be made at www.emiliakister.com/store Thank you!
Photos from Fall 2024 and Spring 2025
Photos by Steve Korn & Allina Yang
Photos by Steve Korn: Fall Session 2025
Journaling Club, 5:00-5:30pm
We are adding a *free of charge* and *optional* Journaling Club with live music at the end of our weekly rehearsals. "All Voices" will rehearse from 3:30-5pm, then, we'll have a weekly doodle & writing prompt on the screen and our rehearsal musicians will start a live music segment. We will journal and/or doodle together until 5:30pm. All members of “All Voices” are welcome to take part in the Journaling Club, free of any extra charge.
Attendance:
All Voices doesn't have an attendance policy, but please try to come as often as you can to get the most out of the experience. Your presence greatly benefits the work of our ensemble.
What to Expect:
Rehearsals start by breathing and warming up our voices and bodies. We continue by working on songs with the lyrics projected and the notes being taught by ear. When we add harmonies, we break out into "Sectionals" and learn the parts separately. We also try to make time to listen to recordings, do movement activities and laugh. All rehearsals are accompanied by a live band!
Repertoire:
All Voices sings a little of everything! Musical Theatre, Pop, Jazz, Folk, Country, Children's Classics, and songs in different languages. Suggestions welcome!
Requirements:
Our rehearsals are 1.5 hours and are typically best for children 5+ and those who are getting comfortable with reading. Please email with specific questions. Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult. No musical knowledge required.
First All Voices Rehearsal at The Jones Playhouse. Nov. 3, 2024
Washinton Hall, Dec.ember 2024 (Photo: Steve Korn)
Band & Harmonies
We rehearse with a live band, made up of students and professors from the University of Washington, School of Music
We sing in three-part harmony, for most of the songs. Participants self-select their vocal parts i.e. melody, high harmony and low harmony
Washinton Hall, April 2025 (Photo: Allina Yang)
Repertoire
All Voices sings a little of everything! Musical Theatre, Pop, Jazz, Folk, Country, Children's Classics, and songs in different languages. Our past songs have included: On the Road Again, Funiculì, Funiculà!, I’d Do Anything, Crowded Table, Aux Champs-Élysées, Chicken Soup with Rice, (Your Love Keeps Lifting Me) Higher and Higher and more!
Washinton Hall, December 2024 (Photo: Steve Korn)
Tuition
Tuition prices depend on the number of rehearsals in a session. For reference: each gathering is valued at roughly $20 per session.
Financial Support is available, thanks to generous donations.
Refund Policy:
Refunds after the first rehearsal: 100%
Refunds after the 2nd rehearsal: 50%
No refunds after the 3rd rehearsal. Thanks for understanding.
Scholarship Fund
If you are able to contribute to the All Voices Scholarship Fund, the money will be used to sponsor participants in need of Financial support. www.emiliakister.com/store
Washinton Hall, April 2025 (Photo: Allina Yang)
“The feeling in the room was warm and musical. Emilia had everyone moving, feeling, laughing, listening and singing from the very first moment. ”
“I already knew that you are a great teacher, but it was really fun to be a part of your class. I really enjoyed myself. I never felt uncomfortable and I loved the music you chose.”
“I’m absolutely in love with your teaching style, and the way you communicate with absolutely anyone. ... I didn’t even know I was singing, it was so natural and easy.”
“Thank you so much for a wonderful choir session. Both me and the girls had a great time. They are SO excited about the choir! I have been singing the songs all week and they have brightened up my days.”
All Voices: a MultiGenerational Choir, Spring 2025 Performance in Washington Hall, Seattle Crowded Table by The Highwomen
Jai Kobi Kaleo'Okalani, Guitar. Don Viet Tran, Bass. Ted Poor, Drums. Emilia Kister, conductor
