On Saturday, April 5, the annual Local Vocal Chord Bowl, a concert featuring local high school, college and adult a cappella singing groups, took place at Amherst Regional High School. The event, hosted and originated by the a cappella group, The Green Street Brew, started many years ago as a fundraiser for various organizations and has evolved into being a benefit concert for the music programs at Northampton High School and at Amherst Regional High School. This year, with help from generous sponsors and donors, such as the Mass Cultural Council, Florence Bank, River Valley Coop and Dean’s Beans and several local businesses, along with an amazing supportive audience, we were able to send $2,400 to the music departments at both schools. These funds have provided enrichment in the forms of equipment, programming, field trips, etc. We are very grateful to all those that helped to make our event a continuing success this year and the amazing talent that it showcases. Next April 11, 2026 will be a milestone when we present our 15th Local Vocal Chord Bowl. Put it on your calendar!
Ann Chiara, member of the Local Vocal Chord Bowl Committee and The Green Street Brew
Northampton