It’s been a busy summer for SWAN. Thanks to our supporters we’ve been able to increase enrollment and provide private voice and violin lessons as well as group singing and drumming. Two of our teens had the memorable experience of singing the national … Read More
On March 11 SWAN students gathered in the lobby of Brethren Village Retirement Community to focus on the task before them. They came to brighten the spirits of residents with the gift of song. Performing in two locations, our students captivated and … Read More
We invite you to enjoy this one minute video of several SWAN students performing at The Trust Performing Arts Center with their teacher, Heidi Shannon. As you can see, they diligently learned their song, mastered some self-control issues as they … Read More
Exhilarating might be the best way to describe what it feels like to be on stage with 250 singers and orchestra musicians all creating the most glorious music together! Can you imagine the impact that has on a child whose … Read More
Steve Beckman, VP of Design at Eighty Twenty, had this to say about his experience working on the project with our children: “The branding process is well underway! Having been in the branding and design field for 20 years now, … Read More
What do Goldfish, M&M’s, and Sun Chips have to do with our SWAN students? A graphic artist whose studio has done branding and packaging design work for these and other well known brands has volunteered to create a logo and … Read More
What is the best way to have our own heavy burdens lifted? Serve others! As soon as our children arrive at Water Street Mission on February 6th, they will experience this paradox. Their goal: to place smiles on the faces of … Read More
Our newest vocal ensemble is doing a lot more than singing! Under the professional instruction of Heidi Shannon, our students are now adding body percussion, dance and instrumental accompaniment to their act. This fun, interactive program is teaching them how … Read More