On the evening of January 3rd, 45 young women from across the country made their way to Orangevale Adventist School with the same purpose—to sing together again.
They came from different places and spanned generations, from the first Girls Chorus group to the newest members. The oldest was 35, and the youngest was just 10. For many, it had been years since they’d last seen each other. But the years melted away as soon as they stepped into the familiar hallways decorated with children’s artwork.
Brad Davis, Orangevale Principal and choir director, gathered everyone around his well-loved piano. The room buzzed with energy as old songs were dusted off, harmonies fine-tuned, and new friendships formed. Despite the age differences, their shared love for singing erased any gaps, creating an instant bond. In communities like theirs, there’s often a natural divide between generations, but in this space, voices and faith brought everyone together, side by side.
Over the years, nearly 100 young women have found their voices in the choir. On January 4th, nearly 400 people came to celebrate 25 years of Girls Chorus. And through it all, a legacy was celebrated of not only teaching young women to sing—but how to lift their eyes to Jesus.
Featured in Northern Lights, February 27, 2025
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