Welcome to The McKinney Podcast, where we celebrate the people and happenings that make our city “Unique By Nature.”
Our guest for this episode is Cindy Johnston, Founder and Artistic Director of Sostenuto Choral Community of North Texas
The MCKPOD is presented by RiskWell and FredShots Photography and recorded at the RiskWell studio in McKinney. Your hosts are James Jenkins and Fred Mahusay.
Key Topics:
- Founding Sostenuto after retiring from McKinney ISD
- Building a community choir rooted in connection and joy
- Transition from Choral Community of North Texas to Sostenuto
- The meaning behind the name “Sostenuto” and its musical symbolism
- Restarting after the pandemic and growing a dedicated membership
- Serving McKinney through Veterans Day and community performances
- Designing concerts around themes that inspire emotion and unity
- Blending trained musicians and passionate amateurs in one ensemble
- Upcoming Winter Solstice concert and the choir’s open invitation to join
- Keeping the arts alive and making music accessible to all
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