Lift Every Voice Workshop with Marcus Mosely, Bill Sample and Darlene Cooper
From its roots of field songs and spirituals to its development into blues, jazz, R&B etc., Gospel music has been used as a herald of social justice and civil rights, for unifying and connecting people and as a powerful platform to let one’s ‘voice’ be heard. It is some of the most inspirational and electrifying music to arise from North America! This workshop will focus on presenting and experiencing Gospel music as an empowering force for overcoming adversity and oppression… and moving to an unbridled expression of joy and personal empowerment.
Marcus, Bill and Darlene will be doing an all day workshop with the students at Burnaby Central High School. Marcus will tell his stories of growing up in the US deep south and how music gave and still gives the Afro-American people hope and community during times of injustice, slavery and racism. We will explore how singing together can unite us all and bring joy in the midst of trial.
We will teach songs in the Gospel style and the students will participate in a concert that evening.
If you are interested in hosting a workshop please contact us at : https://www.marcusmoselymusic.com/workshops/
Marcus Mosely and Wild Blue Herons at Herons Nest
Herons Nest House Concerts presents Marcus Mosely and the Wild Blue Herons performing an intimate evening of inspiring music from gospel/blues to soul/jazz! They will be accompanied by Bill Sample on piano and Tim Porter on guitar.
Bring your own beverage! We will supply glasses and a small snack. Doors will open at 7 pm and you can enjoy your beverage before the concert or during the intermission. Concert begins at 7:30 pm.
The house is in the Treetops complex and there are visitor parking stalls out front or down the road on either side.
Suggested donation is $35.00 to reserve your spot. You can donate either by the link below or the QR code on the attached poster. Reservations are required.
https://square.link/u/wyyXYMtb
For more info please email: heronsnest88@gmail.com
*Not Wheelchair accessible. There are stairs to the concert space
Lift Every Voice - Gospel Vocal Workshop
Marcus Mosely, Darlene and Bill are bringing their Gospel Singing Workshop to Gibsons, BC on the Sunshine Coast.
Experience the joy of Gospel Choral singing! From its roots of field songs and spirituals to its development into blues, jazz, R&B etc., Gospel music has been used as a herald of social justice and civil rights, for unifying and connecting people and as a powerful platform to let one’s ‘voice’ be heard. It is some of the most inspirational and electrifying music to arise from North America! This workshop will focus on presenting and experiencing Gospel music as an empowering force for overcoming adversity and oppression… and moving to an unbridled expression of joy and personal empowerment.
Learn its roots, evolution and techniques in a workshop setting, and then put that knowledge to practice in performance where friends and family can experience the joy of Gospel through the voices of you and your classmates! Learning Gospel music is fun – singing it with a group can be life-changing.
Friday March 1: 7 - 9 pm Saturday March 2nd:10 am - 3 pm Mar 2: Concert - 4 - 5 pm
Cost is $90 (Early Bird $ 80 before Feb 15)
To Register, please email: roxiemusic2017@gmail.com
Salt Spring Island Gospel Vocal Workshop
Marcus Mosely, Darlene Cooper and Bill Sample will be conducting Gospel Vocal Workshops for the music students of GISS as part of the Black History Month focus.
From its roots of field songs and spirituals to its development into blues, jazz, R&B etc., Gospel music has been used as a herald of social justice and civil rights, for unifying and connecting people and as a powerful platform to let one’s ‘voice’ be heard. It is some of the most inspirational and electrifying music to arise from North America! This workshop will focus on presenting and experiencing Gospel music as an empowering force for overcoming adversity and oppression… and moving to an unbridled expression of joy and personal empowerment.
Learn its roots, evolution and techniques in a workshop setting, and then put that knowledge to practice in performance where friends and family can experience the joy of Gospel through the voices of you and your classmates! Learning Gospel music is fun – singing it with a group can be life-changing.
Marcus Mosely and Wild Blue Herons at Jazz in the Valley
Marcus Mosely and the Wild Blue Herons will be bringing their Gospel and Jazz sounds to Jazz Vespers in the City! This trio directed the Marcus Mosely Chorale for 11 years and they have been leading Gospel/Soul Vocal workshops for the past 8 years as well as performing together. Their music is soul stirring and heart moving.
The one hour Jazz Vespers will be led by Dr. Ross Johnson who will give thoughtful ponderings between the musical offerings.
By donation
Marcus Mosely Holiday Concert - Come Feel the Joy
Come Feel the Joy on December 8! Tickets are on sale now!
Join Marcus Mosely, along with the Ensemble, for a festive evening which will include some holiday favourites, some songs in the good old Gospel tradition filled with soulful gospel tunes, that Marcus does so well! All brought to life by the incredible talents of Bill Sample (piano), Randall Stoll (drums), Norm Fisher (bass) and Darlene Cooper (vocal conductor)
Date: December 8, 2023
Time: 7:30 PM
Venue: Highlands United
255 Edgemont Blvd, N. Vancouver
Tickets $35 and are available at www.marcusmoselymusic.com/events
Don't let this festive celebration pass you by. It's the perfect way to ignite your Holiday spirit. Share the joy with your loved ones - we can't wait to see you there!
Marcus Mosely Christmas Show
Marcus Mosely and the Marcus Mosely Ensemble (MME) will be performing a special Christmas Show in Gibsons BC, at High Beam Dreams venue.
Musical Director and pianist, Bill Sample, will be accompanying them and Darlene Cooper will be conducting.
Join us for the this concert!
Lift Every Voice - Gospel Choral Workshop
Join Marcus Mosely, Darlene Cooper and Bill Sample in this empowering vocal journey to experience the exhilaration of singing Gospel style!
Friday September 29th: 7 - 9 pm; Saturday September 30th: 10 am - 4 pm; Mini concert: 5 - 6 pm at the Comox Presbyterian Church in Comox, BC.
Early bird rate to Sept 8th: $80
After Sept. 8th: $100
To Register:
Email: roxiemusic2017@gmail.com Website: www.marcusmoselymusic.com
Experience the joy of Gospel Choral singing! From its roots of field songs and spirituals to its development into blues, jazz, R&B etc., Gospel music has been used as a herald of social justice and civil rights, for unifying and connecting people and as a powerful platform to let one’s ‘voice’ be heard. It is some of the most inspirational and electrifying music to arise from North America! This workshop will focus on presenting and experiencing Gospel music as an empowering force for overcoming adversity and oppression… and moving to an unbridled expression of joy and personal empowerment.
Learn its roots, evolution and techniques in a workshop setting, and then put that knowledge to practice in performance where friends and family can experience the joy of Gospel through the voices of you and your classmates! Learning Gospel music is fun – singing it with a group can be life-changing.
You will learn
The history of Gospel music and key developments over time
Vocal techniques for singing Gospel (style and form)
Foundations of rhythm and groove
Improvisational singing, call and response, and 3-part Gospel harmonies
How singing connects and empowers us
How to find your voice and communicate from your core
Juneteenth Event at BEZ Arts Hub
Concert with Marcus Mosely and MME
Marcus Mosely and the Ensemble will be performing a ticketed concert as part of the Juneteenth event at Bez Arts Hub. Bill Sample will be on piano and Darlene Cooper will be conducting the group. Check out the full afternoon of festivities below!
Celebrate Juneteenth/Father’s Day with Marcus Mosely
It’s Father’s Day and this is definitely a “bring the whole gang event”! There’ll be food and music for the best parking lot party!
And Juneteenth? Here in Canada we’re generally not familiar the tradition but Marcus is full of stories about growing up in the southern United States where celebrating this freedom gathers people to sing and dance and eat!
What a great tradition to add to Father’s Day here in Langley!
Parking Lot Party
Outdoor party ticket prices start at $15 which includes a chicken dinner.
1:00 - 4:00 Outdoor bar is open for beverage purchase and fried chicken dinners are served
1:30 - 4:00 Music with Sister J’s Soul Summit and Bez Gospel Choir on the outdoor stage
4:15 - A ticketed Indoor Concert with Marcus Mosely Ensemble
Evensong - Marcus Mosely, Bill Sample and Darlene Cooper
Bill and Darlene will be joining Marcus Mosely for an Evensong service at St Alban’s Anglican Church in Richmond.
Marcus Mosely Ensemble at Arts Whistler Live!
Marcus Mosely Ensemble
Bill and Darlene of Wild Blue Herons are the Musical and Vocal Directors (respectively) of the Marcus Mosely Ensemble. They will be directing this performance along with artistic director and soloist, Marcus Mosely. Bill will be accompanying the Marcus and the Ensemble on piano.
In this uplifting and joyous repertoire, Marcus Mosely and his Ensemble will perform a rousing program of gospel songs celebrating Black History Month.
Marcus, a member of the BC Entertainment Hall of Fame, is well-known for his big voice and emotion-filled delivery. His nine member Ensemble specializes in full gospel sound and has a repertoire spanning gospel, jazz, R&B, pop, rock, folk, and blues. Musical Director, Bill Sample, is also a member of the BC Entertainment Hall of Fame and has accompanied the likes of Leon Bibb, Ray Charles and many others.
Come and enjoy a soulful afternoon of gospel, blues and inspirational music with the legendary Marcus Mosely and his Ensemble.
Arts Whistler members enjoy 15% off the general admission ticket price all season (starting September 30).
Tickets are available online or at the Maury Young Arts Centre.
Gospel Choral Workshop on Salt Spring Island
Bill Sample, Darlene and Marcus Mosely will be leading a Gospel style choral workshop on Salt Spring Island!
Experience the joy of Gospel Choral singing! From its roots of field songs and spirituals to its development into blues, jazz, R&B etc., Gospel music has been used as a herald of social justice and civil rights, for unifying and connecting people and as a powerful platform to let one’s ‘voice’ be heard. It is some of the most inspirational and electrifying music to arise from North America! This workshop will focus on presenting and experiencing Gospel music as an empowering force for overcoming adversity and oppression… and moving to an unbridled expression of joy and personal empowerment.
Learn its roots, evolution and techniques in a workshop setting, and then put that knowledge to practice in performance where friends and family can experience the joy of Gospel through the voices of you and your classmates! Learning Gospel music is fun – singing it with a group can be life-changing.
You will learn
The history of Gospel music and key developments over time
Vocal techniques for singing Gospel (style and form)
Foundations of rhythm and groove
Improvisational singing, call and response, and 3-part Gospel harmonies
How singing connects and empowers us
How to find your voice and communicate from your core
Marcus Mosely Ensemble at Arts Whistler Live!
Marcus Mosely Ensemble
Bill and Darlene of Wild Blue Herons are the Musical and Vocal Directors (respectively) of the Marcus Mosely Ensemble. They will be directing this performance along with artistic director and soloist, Marcus Mosely. Bill will be accompanying the Marcus and the Ensemble on piano.
In this uplifting and joyous repertoire, Marcus Mosely and his Ensemble will perform a rousing program of gospel songs celebrating Black History Month.
Marcus, a member of the BC Entertainment Hall of Fame, is well-known for his big voice and emotion-filled delivery. His nine member Ensemble specializes in full gospel sound and has a repertoire spanning gospel, jazz, R&B, pop, rock, folk, and blues. Musical Director, Bill Sample, is also a member of the BC Entertainment Hall of Fame and has accompanied the likes of Leon Bibb, Ray Charles and many others.
Come and enjoy a soulful afternoon of gospel, blues and inspirational music with the legendary Marcus Mosely and his Ensemble.
Arts Whistler members enjoy 15% off the general admission ticket price all season (starting September 30).
Tickets are available online or at the Maury Young Arts Centre.
Songs of Freedom - Black History Month Concert
This year’s Black History Month Concert will include a choral workshop on Friday Feb 3-4th with the incomparable Louise Rose from Victoria. The concert will feature performances by Louise Rose, Khari McClelland, Marcus Mosley, Marcus Mosely Ensemble and the Workshop choir.
The band will be Bill Sample (keys) and Tom Keenlyside (sax, flute). Darlene will be conducting the final two songs of the workshop choir and the Marcus Mosely Ensemble.
Marcus Mosely Chorale Final Concert "Comes the time we have to say So Long"
After ten glorious years of making music together, the Marcus Mosely Chorale will hold their final show on Saturday, May 14th at 7:30 p.m. at St. Andrews Wesley Church (1022 Nelson Avenue, Vancouver)
The show will include the amazing Dee Daniels, one of many artists who have sung with the choir over the years.
Marcus Mosely (Artistic Director), Darlene Cooper (Choral Director) and Bill Sample (Musical Director) have created an inspiring program from the Chorale’s impressive song portfolio. The band will be: Bill Sample (keys), Miles Foxx-Hill (bass); Buff Allen (drums); and Tim Porter (guitar).
There will be a special song with guest soloists from throughout the years.
Tickets are: $42
Marcus Mosely Ensemble at Sechelt Arts Festival
Presenting the sensational, inspirational, BC Music Hall of Fame recipient, Marcus Mosely with an all-star Gospel ensemble including singers and stellar Jazz / R&B musicians. Featuring Marcus Mosley and the ensemble chorus, Choral Director Darlene Cooper, the Bill Sample Trio (Bill Sample on piano, Buff Allen (drums) and Miles Fox (bass).
Backyard Garden Concert with Wild Blue Herons and Marcus Mosely with Tom Keenlyside
Come and enjoy a Happy Hour Live Concert in a socially distanced outdoor environment!
Don and Roxie Giles are hosting a socially distanced Backyard Garden Concert featuring the Wild Blue Herons & Marcus Mosely -Saturday, August 22nd, 4-6 pm (1969 Arroyo Court, North Vancouver).
Tickets are $25 (all proceeds go to the musicians). For reservations email:
Roxie_music@hotmail.com
Musicians will be:
Marcus Mosely - vocals
Bill Sample - piano/vocals
Darlene Cooper -vocals
Tom Keenlyside - sax/flute
The yard will have tables & chairs (in groups of 4); if you need a smaller grouping, please let Roxie know. Bring your own drink and appetizer (Wine glasses & plastic beer glasses will be available).
