MUSIC

Let the Westside Singers transport you to a world of festive cheer and timeless memories! Experience the rich harmonies and soaring melodies in a celebration of togetherness and the spirit of the season. From beloved carols to songs that honor traditions from around the world, you are sure to enjoy these heartfelt expressions of unity and celebration.

Broadway musicals are like tapestries woven with melodies that resonate deeply within us. They tell stories of love and loss, triumphs and trials, dreams pursued and challenges overcome. In their essence, they are reflections of the human experience—vivid portrayals of our joys and sorrows, our hopes and aspirations. The Westside Singers delivers these stories to you with passion and heart.

Get ready to be swept off your feet! From familiar swing classics to jazzy twists on your favorite tunes, these songs burst with joy, nostalgia, and showmanship. Celebrate the golden era of music with these toe tapping, rhythmic numbers that will surely move you!

MUSIC

VIDEOS

Music Man Medley

VIDEOS

ABOUT

The Westside Singers have been uplifting and enriching the lives of others with dynamic choral performances for nearly eight decades. Established in 1945 as the Forest Grove Gleemen, the group began as an all-male traditional choral ensemble. In the 1960s, they evolved into the Forest Grove Gleemen and Girls after welcoming female singers into the group. Then, in January of 2000, they finally became known and loved as the Westside Singers, a diverse congregation of men and women from all over the Portland metro area. Over the years, they performed at many

prestigious events, singing for Princess Grace of Monaco in Europe, appearing at the 1986 World's Fair in Vancouver, B.C., singing the National Anthem at PGE Park and Memorial Coliseum, and more! With a growing emphasis on jazz standards and show tunes, the group continues their rich legacy of musical excellence and community engagement.

The Westside Singers firmly believe in the transformative power of music to bring joy, healing, and connection to others. As a nonprofit organization, they take immense pride in sharing the gift of song through private events as well as public concerts and festivals. A significant amount of their performance seasons is devoted to singing at assisted living facilities, where they bring warmth and nostalgia to residents and caregivers alike, transporting them down memory lane. Seeing their audiences dance, sing , and embrace these moments is what makes their countless hours of rehearsal truly worthwhile.

The Westside Singers' vast repertoire includes Jazz, Big Band, Broadway, and Adult Contemporary favorites. such as:
42nd Street • All That Jazz • As Time Goes By • Big Spender • Birth of the Blues • Blue Skies • California Dreamin’ • Choo Choo Ch’boogie • Consider Yourself • Don’t Get Around Much Anymore • Everything’s Coming Up Roses • Fly Me To The Moon • Fugue For Tinhorns • Girl from Ipanema • Goodnight My Someone • Home • If My Friends Could See Me Now • I’m Beginning To See The Light • In The Mood • It Had to Be You • I’ve Got a Gal In Kalamazoo • Lean on Me • Moonglow • New York, New York • On Broadway • On the Sunny Side of the Street • One • Proud Mary • Puttin’ On The Ritz • Rhythm of Life • River of Dreams • Route 66 • Sentimental Journey • Sing, Sing, Sing • Sincerely/You Send Me • Steppin’ Out • String of Pearls • Sway • Sweet Georgia Brown • Sunrise Sunset • Take Five • Tuxedo Junction • Under the Boardwalk • You’ll Never Walk Alone •

The Winter Holiday season catalog offers an eclectic mix of secular and sacred favorites, including:
A Gospel Song of Peace • African Noel • Angelic Christmas • Auld Lang Syne • Carol of the Bells • Christmas Waltz • Come to us Emmanuel • Cool Yule • Doo Wop Christmas • Fum Fum Fantasy • Getting in the Mood (for Christmas) • Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas • Holly Jolly Christmas • Irving Berlin Medley • Jazzy Old St. Nicholas • Jesus What A Wonderful Child • Joy to the World • Mary, Mary • O Holy Night • Patapan Fantasia • Perfect Christmas Night • Santa Claus is Coming to Town • Silent Night • Sing Noel • Sleigh Bells • Rise Up • The Most Wonderful Time of the Year • The Twelve Days after Christmas •

ABOUT

Meet the Choir

MEET THE CHOIR

Artistic Director

Cathy Bleecker

Bio

Accompanist

Howard Sonstegard

Bio

Assistant Director

Jen McMillen

Bio

Board of Directors

Leadership Team

Our BOD

Members

Our Members

Join the Choir

The Westside Singers recruit new members at the beginning of each rehearsal season, in September and January. Submit your email address for more information.