Posted on March 18, 2026

WCR Center for the Arts & Berks Youth Chorus Partner for YogaSing Workshop

WCR Center for the Arts & Berks Youth Chorus Partner for YogaSing Workshop

From The WCR Center for the Arts and Berks Youth Chorus

The WCR Center for the Arts and Berks Youth Chorus are pleased to announce the return of the YogaSing Workshops on Sunday, March 29, from 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. The first session from 3 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. is for the Choristers and Chorale ensembles, which includes singers grades 3-7, and the second session from 4:15 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. is for the MasterSingers ensemble, which includes singers grades 8-12, and invited adults.

The workshops will be led by voice and yoga coach Suzanne Jackson. A former resident artist on stage at the Kennedy Center with the Washington National Opera for 25 years, Jackson teaches her unique method of conscious singing called YogaSing to artists around the world.

“As part of our youth arts and educational programming, we are thrilled to welcome back Suzanne Jackson and partner with Berks Youth Chorus. YogaSing is a truly one-of-a-kind experience. The workshops will allow students to experience singing in a whole new way-one that is expressive and deeply empowering,” said Jayme Rhoads, WCR President, Board of Directors.

YogaSing is the combination of the physical and spiritual freedom of yoga with vocal technique and training. YogaSing helps singers of all ages expand their breath support, free their voices, and decrease their mind-body stress.

The YogaSing practice demonstrates the fact that every movement — physical and vocal alike — is rooted in the breath. YogaSing helps singers build core strength and awareness, which improves breath management, helps provide more stamina, and encourages ease of movement onstage.

“The directors and I are so excited for our singers to work with Suzanne. This is an incredible opportunity for the students to develop their singing technique, and I hope they will be able to draw upon what they learn as they continue to grow as musicians,” said Megan Charlesworth, Executive Director, Berks Youth Chorus.

YogaSing is made possible through the generous support of The Neag Foundation, Reading Musical Foundation, and the Philly Pretzel Factory.

This exclusive event is open to participating students.

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