About

SING YOUR HEART OUT!

Our ancestors often gathered in a circle around hearth or fire to sing songs and celebrate community. That’s what SongSquad does!
  • To share our untameable joy
  • To lighten our unnameable pain
  • To build intentional community through the power of group singing

This is the medicine that SongSquad offers for the times we live in.

Our motto is: Paperless singing in a perfection-free zone! A fun and judgement-free environment awaits you. There are no auditions, all songs are taught by ear, and no singing experience or music reading ability is needed. All ages, faiths, and identities are welcome to join us and experience the true meaning of harmony. Come and be part of the songs, laughter, and joy!

SongSquad is part of the Ubuntu Choir Network.

See our FAQs for more info.

See our LEARN SONGS page.

Song Leaders

Siblings Pam Blevins Hinkle and Adam Blevins have shared a lifelong love of music-making, from the sublime to the silly.
Pam Blevins Hinkle
Pam believes that singing together is MAGICAL and a critical ingredient for individual and community health. Pam has over 25 years experience leading college, community, and congregational choirs and she is certified by the Community Choir Leadership Training Program of the Ubuntu Choir Network.  Read more on Pam’s website and find many of her compositions on the LEARN SONGS page.
Adam Blevins
Adam is a singer, guitarist, songwriter, and song leader who is passionate about helping people (re)discover their musical heart. He is driven to help people strengthen their voice in the world (singing or not), and to bring the joy of collective singing to people of all ages and abilities.

Events

See our Facebook page for detail on all events listed below.

20/21 SEASON ANNOUNCED!

Eight extraordinary Black artists from across the U.S. will be featured during the 2020-2021 virtual season. Each will lead us in song for two consecutive weeks, followed by two more weeks with SongSquad co-leaders Pam and Adam, who will help you get those songs in your bones so you can call upon their healing medicine when you need them!

The sliding scale fee for each 4-week session accommodates every budget (including no budget!) and helps us support these artists during challenging times.  Don’t overthink it; pay what feels right to you.

⋅ $0 – 44 for un/under-employed, students, gig/creative workers, among others.
⋅ $45 – 60 for those with sufficient income and minimal Covid-19 impacts.
⋅ Register at links below and pay (if you can) at paypal.me/songsquadindy.

Featuring Lea MorrisLea Morris holding a guitar
September 13 – October 4, Sundays, 5:00-6:30 pm (EST)
Register Here / Pay Here

Lea is an awarding-winning songwriter and joyful spirit. She has performed across the U.S. and Europe, and has shared stages with Odetta, Mavis Staples, Dar Williams, and Anthony Hamilton. She’s performed in concert halls and congregations and leads songwriting workshops and interactive and inter-generational music experiences for all ages.

Arnae BatsonFeaturing Arnaé Batson
October 11 – Nov 1, Sundays, 5:00-6:30 pm (EST)

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Arnaé is a Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter, and producer who is widely regarded for her work with the internationally acclaimed acapella ensemble, Sweet Honey In The Rock. Part of the Ubuntu Choir Network, Arnaé is also the founder and director of The SSING Network, the Hearts Afire Community Choir and the Voices Raised-LA Vocal Collective, all based in Los Angeles, California.

Featuring Reggie Harris 
November 8 – November 29, Sundays, 5:00-6:30 pm (EST)

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Reggie is a master song leader and innovative guitarist uniquely committed to “music as a community building vehicle.” He combines spirituals and roots music, historic inspiration, and moving original songs, often in the themes of unity and social justice. A well-traveled performer and cultural ambassador, Reggie has earned wide acclaim throughout the U.S., Canada, Europe, and around the world.

Contact

LET’S TALK.

Want information on joining or booking Song Squad?  We’d love to talk to you.  Just use the form below to email us.  You can also get in touch with us via Facebook.