Sing

(Sat & Sun) August 5th and 6th, 2023-Fremont Festival of Art-Perform both days at 3 p.m.

(Sun) August 27, 2023-Nightingale First Rehearsal of season 2023-2024

(Sun) October 8th, 2023-Fremont Olive Festival -Perform at 1:30 p.m.

(Wed) October 18th, 2023- Sunshine Singers First Rehearsal of season 2023-2024

(Sun) November 12th, 2023-Fremont Hills Elder Thankful Season Performance

(Sat) January 20th, 2024 Spring Concert, Grace Church Fremont 2-5 p.m.

(Fri) March 22nd, 2024-Sunshine Singers Green Fundraising Concert-Harvey Green School MUR

(Sat) May 11th, 2024. The Ultimate Music Showdown Competition

Winners will perform in the June 22nd concert

(M-F) June 10th-21st, 2024-Summer Choir Camp, Grace Church Fremont 5:30-8:30 p.m.

(Sat) June 22nd, 2024-Annual Charity Concert, Logan Performing Art Center 2:00-5:00 p.m.

August 5th and 6th, 2023-Fremont Festival of Art

October 8th, 2023-Fremont Olive Festival

Performace 2023

November 12th, 2023-Fremont Hills

Hi there, my name is Ellie. I'm turning 11 in July and just completed 5th grade. I absolutely love singing, and being part of Ms. Jo Jo's choir, since kindergarten, has been the coolest thing ever! I've always had a passion for music, and singing has always been one of my favorite things to do. When my mom signed me up for Ms. Jo Jo's choir, I immediately fell in love with it. Ms. Jo Jo is an amazing teacher who always makes our rehearsals exciting.

In choir, I've made some wonderful friends too! We share a love for music and it's so fun to sing together and learn from each other. One time, we even got to perform at an elderly home, and it was a special experience to sing for them.

Being part of this choir has truly taken my love for music to a whole new level. Ms. Jo Jo has been an inspiration to me, and I thank God every day for the opportunity to sing with her. She always makes singing so much fun and I feel incredibly lucky to be a part of this amazing choir.

-Ellie Chiu

Hi, I'm Vishita, an 11-year-old soon joining Walters Middle School as a sixth grader. I've studied music with Ms. Jo Jo for 2 years. She taught me to embrace music and introduced me to various styles. Initially, I approached class as a memorization exercise, but I've learned to connect with songs and lyrics. Ms. Jo Jo also taught me stage presence, boosting my confidence. She's an inspiring, understanding, and disciplined teacher. Recently, I restarted piano and noticed the distinctiveness of her teaching style. When I make mistakes, she encourages me to keep going and clarifies my doubts after the song. I've grown from a beginner to singing complex songs. Ms. Jo Jo creates expectations to help me reach my full potential. She forms a strong bond, answering questions and explaining concepts clearly. Outside music, I enjoy swimming, art, and excel in academics. As a class representative, I applied my stage skills to deliver speeches with ease. This is just the beginning of my musical journey, and I'm excited to explore further

-Vishita Ganta.

I learned how to play the piano in my childhood. I had a very strict teacher and associated piano with unpleasant, hard work. After immigrating to the US, my lessons stopped and as such I stopped practicing completely. It wasn’t until much later that I learned to appreciate the beautiful music that the piano makes. I began playing again as my kids grew older and started taking their own lessons. I am using this as an opportunity to share the experience with them, and also as a way to relax from all the work stress. I am an introvert, so performing in from of others makes me nervous. However, I am hoping to use this experience to bond with my girls, and to inspire them to step out of their comfort zone.

Otto C-Parent of Ellie and Erin C

Mikayla used to be a shy girl who was afraid of being in front of others. However, being part of the Nightingales has made her more confident. She now has the chance to try new things that she never thought she could do before. Ms. Jo Jo, the choir director, is always enthusiastic and full of energy. She helps Mikayla discover her hidden talents and brings out the best of her. Mikayla feels incredibly lucky to showing her the power of music and giving her the opportunity to grow and become a more self-assured person.

Maggie N-Parent of Mikayla F

I have known Ms. Jo Jo for several years as a music teacher and leader for the Bay Area community. Ms. Jo Jo influences and motivates no matter what. With both optimism and drive, she sets an example and encourages others to work to his or her potential and brings the best out of each of her students. Ms. Jo Jo creates a loving community, and drives that community towards a collective mission. She teaches what is right, strives with all our might toward the unattainable, develops as fully as we can the gifts God has given us, and never stops learning.

Wei P-Parents of Lucy and Zoe P

My name is Pauline Phan, and I am a first generation Nightingale. I have known Miss JoJo since I was in first grade, and since then have participated in her various choirs, summer camps, performances, and competitions over the many years. My love for music and singing were further developed because of her teaching and guidance, and I have grown from a student to assistant and now conductor. I grew up down the street from Harvey Green Elementary School, and I had the pleasure to come back to the school to assist students and parents in crossing the street during busy traffic, and aid Miss JoJo in leading and conducting the Green choir. Our passion in serving the community is shown through our dedication to teaching music, and I am very blessed to have been alongside Miss JoJo for over two thirds of my life. Getting to know the students first outside the class then joining them on their musical journey has been such a joy, and I hope it encourages my little friends to start or continue to pursue music. Singing is not just a method of entertainment, but also an outlet for one to express themselves and the message they want to give to others. My message is to spread love and happiness to those around through the power of music.

My name is Cindy Wang, a member of the first Nightingale generation. I have always enjoyed singing and various musical activities as a child and thus joined in Angel Children's choir and later Nightingale under Ms. Jo Jo. Throughout the years, I had the privilege of participating in numerous Nightingale concerts and even contributed as a teacher at their summer camps. Ms. Jo Jo's unwavering dedication to music and her continuous efforts in fostering a nurturing space for young individuals to explore and express themselves artistically have profoundly influenced the trajectory of my own life. Presently, I hold a dual degree in History and Music from the University of Chicago and am actively engaged as an illustrator for two radio stations based in Chicago. I owe a great deal of credit to Ms. Jo Jo for instilling the inspiration that led me to this fulfilling path in life and am looking forward to witnessing her ability to inspire the upcoming generation and the incredible impact she will continue to have.