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On May 24, 2026 at 7pm, DCINY presents the New York Signature Concert of Sing Democracy 250, a nationwide musical initiative commemorating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence: a movement of resilience, a chorus of hope, and a renewal of the values that define us as Americans.

"Throughout history, music has fueled social change, from protest anthems to solidarity tunes, forging connections and fostering community. As a universal language, music holds the power to transcend divisions, affirm diversity, and inspire hope and harmony for our nation." ― Gary Aamodt and Celia Ellingson, Co-Founders, Sing Democracy 250

Featuring Together In Hope Choir, a community of 50 premier artists recognized for their musical excellence and spiritually moving performances of "music with a purpose," delivered with power and passion under the baton of G. Phillip Shoultz, III.

The program features two newly commissioned works: "Redeem the Dream," by Brandon A. Boyd, based on Langston Hughes' poem "Let America Be America Again"; and "US," by Michael Bussewitz-Quarm, based on Richard Haass’ The Bill of Obligations, a musical call for We the People to join together and make the full promise of our democracy a reality.

Two beloved sacred masterworks anchor an evening of transcendent vocal artistry at Carnegie Hall. Conductor Marie Bucoy-Calavan leads the Distinguished Concerts Singers International and Distinguished Concerts Orchestra in Maurice Duruflé's immortal Requiem and Conductor Catherine Sailer balances darkness with perpetual light in Antonio Vivaldi's most famed choral work, the profound and jubilant Gloria. The evening also features Andy Waggoner conducting the St. Louis County Community Chorus in beloved contemporary American choral works by Eric Whitacre, Joseph Martin, Mark Hayes, and Dan Forrest.