Resonance Young Artist Program

Résonance is a premier vocal ensemble, comprised of multi-talented, semiprofessional singers from the area, whose mission is to engage, inspire and challenge those they entertain through eclectic and innovative vocal music performances and compelling collaborations. Based in Omaha, Nebraska, the organization was founded in 2012 by three inspired sopranos who saw the need for a collaborative ensemble of its kind. Under the leadership of its first music director, Kevin Smith, Résonance grew from eight singers to a performing ensemble of 16 singers. Currently under the direction of A. Barron Breland, Résonance boasts a roster of more than 40 versatile, committed vocal artists who tell compelling stories through song. The ensemble believes that all vocal and choral music is, at its heart, about telling stories, and therefore undertakes a wide range of repertoire – regardless of genre or content – to provide uncommonly varied experiences for its audiences. The approach to preparation and performance is twofold. First, anything sung should be sung beautifully, with full sound and well-grounded vocal technique that includes a rich, sonorous auditory resonance. Second, the human essence in every work must be conveyed effectively to the audience, enabling them to experience what we call “emotional resonance”. In striving towards and achieving these goals, the Résonance ensemble provides a special musical transcendence.