Watch Sing Democracy 250 on PBS—September 25, 9 pm ET!

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Uniting in harmony to renew democracy’s promise.

Inspiring Americans – through music – to get involved in our democracy and realize America’s bold vision of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness for All.

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What is Sing Democracy 250?

Sing Democracy 250 is a stirring musical odyssey commemorating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, with performances by choirs across America in 2026.

This journey began with the premiere of our signature new music program in 2025 in Philadelphia, where the Declaration was signed in 1776.  Major concerts followed in 2026 in Minneapolis, New York City, and Washington, DC, all anchored by the Together In Hope Choir.

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Why Music

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.

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Our Music

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Signature Concerts

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All America Program

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  • “This is our time, to reclaim the American dream and reaffirm that fundamental truth, that, out of many, we are one; that while we breathe, we hope.”

    Barack Obama

  • "It is up to us in our time to choose, and choose wisely, between the hard but necessary task of preserving peace and freedom, and the temptation to ignore our duty and blindly hope for the best, while the enemies of freedom grow stronger day by day."

    Ronald Reagan

  • “Democracy cannot succeed unless those who express their choice are prepared to choose wisely. The real safeguard of democracy, therefore, is education.”

    Franklin D. Roosevelt

  • “Civility is not a tactic or a sentiment; it is the determined choice of trust over cynicism, of community over chaos.”

    George W. Bush

  • "A nation is formed by the willingness of each of us to share in the responsibility for upholding the common good."

    Barbara Jordan

  • “Ask not what your country can do for you – ask what you can do for your country.”

    John F. Kennedy

  • “Patriotism is a love and a duty, a love of country expressed in good citizenship.”

    John McCain

  • “All have gifts that contribute to the greater national whole. We are dependent on each other. We have need of every citizen."

    W. West Allen

The power of democracy is in the voice of its people, and every voice matters.