On May 26, despite being a cloudy evening, San Quentin Rehabilitation Center residents gathered to enjoy uplifting music inside Chapel A. Featured … [Read more...]
Music program brings healing and transformative power to individuals
Believe Music Heals has grown into more than a music program in its first three years, bringing healing and transformative power to individuals … [Read more...]
Music program highlights authenticity and relatability through songwriting and singing
Believe Music Heals, a program geared toward helping residents find their voice using breathing techniques, singing, and songwriting, has graduated … [Read more...]
Music and mental health a part of rehabilitation
In dealing with life’s curve balls, incarcerated musicians express their love for music and how they use it to cope with the stressors life throws at … [Read more...]
Inspirational music night motivates musicians and attendees
The San Quentin Jewish Chaplain and resident musicians Alive Inside hosted a two-hour concert with outside guests Chelsea Coleman and Adrienne … [Read more...]
Creativity and diversity showcased in talent show
Professional singer, songwriter, and producer Jason “Poo Bear” Boyd has worked with Usher, Drake, and Mariah Carey, and recently he visited a … [Read more...]
SQ nurse turned America’s Got Talent star performs at SQ
San Quentin’s Chapel B was filled to overflowing with a loud and energetic crowd singing and dancing to the incredible and rousing sounds of Dee Dee … [Read more...]
Music Cambia 5-day workshop reveals artistic talent and “Purpose”
Resident Alexander Parlato said his passion for poetry and music died after he was sentenced and sent to a prison where there weren’t opportunities … [Read more...]
Grammy winner Chanticleer presents a cappella concert at SQ
One could not have harmony if everyone sang the same note. Without diversity, harmony would never arise — an idea applying not just to music. In … [Read more...]
Concert pianist performs Christmas carols
Concert pianist Linda Rice performed a Christmas carols concert at Chapel B Saturday, December 7. Also known as a world-renowned harpist, Rice has … [Read more...]