Global Village School One Voice Chorus

ONE VOICE CHORUS @ the Global Village School (GVS) in Decatur GA. The Repertoire: songs from Afghanistan, Burma, Burundi, Ethiopia, Iraq, Sudan, and Central African Republic (the students' home cultures) PLUS our own original songs, and classic american peace and justice anthems.

The Specifics

GVS is a school for teenage refugee girls from Afghanistan, Burma, Burundi, Ethiopia, Iraq, Sudan, and Central African Republic. We want to create a chorus to become the public face of the school and to leverage further funding for this unique institution that serves girls whose formal education has been interrupted by war and refugee camp experiences. Music is an important part of the GVS innovative curriculum, and the One Voice Chorus will reflect both the diversity of the student population and the effectiveness of music as a tool for learning English as well as Science, Math, and Social Studies.

Discussion

Elise Witt is a phenomenal artist and teacher and I have seen her make a tremendous difference in the lives she touches. Education, healing and empowerment of girls who come from a background of hopelessness -- what could be more important for the progress of our world?

by mfraulo

about 1 year ago | Reply

Elise, I am so moved by your work with these girls. Thank you for this good work. Sherrie Crow, Stone Mountain.

by sherriebcrow

about 1 year ago | Reply

I love what Elise stands for, and I also love the idea of empowering young refugee women. So glad this project exists. Fund it!!

by kaliferguson

about 1 year ago | Reply

both girls and boys are the future of our world. Let's give these girls a chance to have an education. Music is the best language to speak to the hearts and minds of all peoples -including the ones you want money/support from. Also, I have taken music classes form Elise and I can see she is honorable and talented. This is the project to support.

by karenann

about 1 year ago | Reply

Elise Witt is a miracle worker and I know her hard work and commitment will make this project a huge success!!

by dmilton

about 1 year ago | Reply

I went to see these guys do a concert- it was incredibly moving and inspiring- to everyone in the room!!! Put kids and music together with the themes of unity, caring, community, and peace and that will change the world. This kindof experience gets adults straight at the heart which is where change needs to happen first.

by TheAngelaBennett

about 1 year ago | Reply

I have never seen any project more deserving than the Global Village School One Voice Chorus. I have watched Elise Witt change so many lives (including mine) through her energy and songs. Georgia especially, is in dire need of an inclusive community movement powered by musical arts. These young women need this project! If I could vote a million times, I would.

by kkarris

about 1 year ago | Reply

Inspiring project!

by patmcnulty

about 1 year ago | Reply

This is a wonderful idea! Elise is one of the best teachers of collaborating musicians I have ever known. This work with refugee children from all over the world is a true unifying force for humanity. We collectively need to see much more of this kind of thing as the love vibration it sends out is essential to the well being of all!

by Mitch Lindsey

about 1 year ago | Reply

Great idea! Promote peace & harmony among our peoples.

by rcbilo

about 1 year ago | Reply

This is a very worthy cause and a great idea!

by Suzyn Mills

about 1 year ago | Reply

Thanks, Elise, for working to make our world a better place. The love you make far exceeds the love you take!

by dbaynes

about 1 year ago | Reply

I can't think of anything that is as personal and yet as universal as music, and I can't think of anyone who is more skilled in helping people connect through music than Elise Witt.

by medeonis

about 1 year ago | Reply

i have known Elise for 22 years and I can confidently say that any endeavor she is involved with will be imbued with joy, growth and integrity. This will be a two-way exchange: both the girls AND we will benefit from this idea. By Fred Stewart

by rubydawg

about 1 year ago | Reply

This is a wonderful experience for the refugee girls, working with the masterful Elise Witt! Educational as well as joyful, community building and merging of all cultures through music.

by JulieLynn

about 1 year ago | Reply

What a wonderful program - I have worked with Elise before at my own school, and I know she will be such a positive influence on these girls' lives. :)

by kristinbrady

about 1 year ago | Reply

I have followed Elise Witt's work with admiration for many years. The Global Village School is an inspiring project with an inspiring music program. Atlanta is blessed to give it a home!

by helendehaven

about 1 year ago | Reply

There is nothing like the power of music to bring people together across great differences in experience and identity and to build community and well-being. This is a fabulous idea!

by doc mcknight

about 1 year ago | Reply

Elise! You are an angel on earth and I hope more hearts can be touched by this magnificent plan of love and music. Much love and all the best for this wonderful project!

by katia

about 1 year ago | Reply

Thank you, Elise, for all the GOOD you do! This is a VERY GOOD thing!

by amypelissero

about 1 year ago | Reply

Music brings joy to our students and all those who hear them. The One Voice program offers them opportunities to learn, share, teach, and communicate in a language we can all understand. We are all connected in their One Voice. I am so thankful for Elise and the beautiful music our students make with her! Please support our special students and this amazing program.

by apelissero1

about 1 year ago | Reply

More singing by more women & girls makes the world a better place.

by djhamouris

about 1 year ago | Reply

The girls are marvelous, the music soars. If you hear this group you want to be part of the music. Can't think of a better way to do GOOD!

by Nremingt

about 1 year ago | Reply

what a beautiful idea! Elise is an awesome connector and encourager, besides being an awesomely capable and joyful choral director. Thanks for getting this going Elise!

by megfrolic

about 1 year ago | Reply

Using music for one of its higher purposes. CARRY ON!

by missymorgan

about 1 year ago | Reply

The One Voice Chorus is transforming for both the refugee girls and audiences alike. Elise's work creates hope and builds community.

by Theresaatl

about 1 year ago | Reply

What an awesome program!

by Rajoel

about 1 year ago | Reply

This is such a wonderful project. Music feeds the soul like nothing else. Barbara Panter

by bpc1479

about 1 year ago | Reply

Music heals the soul, thanks Elise!

by cjpangb

about 1 year ago | Reply

This idea has both inspiring and educational value! I hope you got it!

by quynh.le.14

about 1 year ago | Reply

This idea has both inspiring and education value! I hope you got it!

by quynh.le.14

about 1 year ago | Reply

Great work! Singing is so uplifting to children and to everyone! Carol karuna Lane

by Carolkaruna

about 1 year ago | Reply

A wonderful way to use music to help refugee children .

by stevebrooksaustin

about 1 year ago | Reply

What a beautiful expression of the Divine who graces each one of us to be a blessing for others. I love this program and Elise's work.

by cheptu

about 1 year ago | Reply

Excellent Idea.

by jgadison

about 1 year ago | Reply

You are doing some amazing work! I posted on FB for all my friends to see and support ! Go GVS ! :)

by Neli

about 1 year ago | Reply

THIS IS COOL I SUBMITTED AN IDEA BUT I WANT TO VOTE FOR YOURS ! KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK!

by JIVORY

about 1 year ago | Reply

I fully support this initiative!

by wolfesinger

about 1 year ago | Reply

I have sung with and learned much from Elise Witt, who is a phenomenal musician with a world of knowledge about music. She is a caring soul who wants the best for all her students... and the result is harmony!!

by Judy Williams

about 1 year ago | Reply

This is going to be a wonderful thing to fund. I have seen Elise Witt at work and I am sure of this! LIa Falls

by Liabeing

about 1 year ago | Reply

Hearing the students sing last week, a woman came up to us in tears. "I work with Refugee Resettlement Network" here in Atlanta, and I know these young women when they arrive here. To see them on stage with such confidence and presence is nothing short of a miracle - it's the music!!"

by Elise Witt

about 1 year ago | Reply

Elise invited me to teach guitar to two of the girls, and the light in Soe Mae's eyes this morning as she told me about the concert last week was so bright. These girls are learning so much and are so resilient. The music program at Global Village School is making a HUGE difference. Ann

by Ann Whitley

about 1 year ago | Reply