PROJECT TWO
“Hold fast to dreams, For if dreams die, Life is a broken-winged bird, That cannot fly.”
- Langston Hughes
DREAM:
A Vox Christmas and the Quiet Miracle of Hope
We invite you to dream with us — to enter a world where starlight hums, voices shimmer, and time slows into stillness. Dream is Vox Musica’s winter offering, a luminous meditation on night, wonder, and hope.
This special 20th-season concert reflects on two decades of musical storytelling, weaving together Vox favorites written for women’s voices alongside a radiant new commission by long-time collaborator and resident composer Derek Sup. Featuring internationally recognized soprano Amanda Achen, whose soaring voice has graced stages from Los Angeles to the silver screen, Dream drifts through lullabies, visions, and prayers that awaken the sacred quiet of the night.
Subtle nods to the Nativity remind us that even in the darkest season, light endures and dreams are born anew. For twenty years, Vox Musica has carried its own dream — to illuminate, to connect, to create. Come dream with us.
VOCAL MASTERCLASS W/ AMANDA ACHEN
Thursday, December 18th, 2025 • 3 - 4:30 pm • $10
Sacramento City College
(3835 Freeport Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95822)
RECEPTION W/ AMANDA ACHEN
(Donors, Season Pass & Concert Ticket Holders Only)
Thursday, December 18th, 2025 • 6 - 8 pm
RSVP is required
Location will be emailed to Season Pass & Concert Ticket Holders
CONCERTS
Friday, December 19th, 2025 • 7pm
The Table at Central United Methodist Church
(5265 H Street, Sacramento, CA 95819)
Saturday, December 20th, 2025 • 7pm
Multiverse Theater at the SMUD Museum of Science and Curiosity
(400 Jibboom St, Sacramento, CA 95811)
Sunday, December 21st, 2025 • 5pm
Trinity Cathedral
(2620 Capitol Ave, Sacramento, CA 95816)
IN-PERSON TICKETS: $30
Masterclass Tickets
STUDENT PRICE: 50% off, use discount code (student) at checkout & show student ID at the door.
Concert Tickets
Reception RSVP
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Guest Artist
Amanda Achen, soprano
A versatile, multi-genre vocalist, praised for her "crystalline soprano" and "tear-jerking performances", Amanda's enchanting presence graces stages worldwide. From commanding concert halls to jazz clubs with her band, Citizen Kitten, to creating magic in the studio, she has earned critical acclaim in iconic venues like Radio City Hall, Dolby Theater, Hollywood Bowl, Apollo Theatre, and Tokyo Dome.
Contemporary composers recognize Amanda for her unparalleled ability to navigate diverse musical styles. Her rise to prominence in the gaming world, marked by emotionally charged collaborations with Masayoshi Soken for Final Fantasy XIV and XVI, has led to captivating performances at Final Fantasy Symphonies and Fan Fests globally.
In addition to these achievements, Amanda has had the honor of performing with Joe Hisaishi in his Studio Ghibli Symphony Concerts, adding another illustrious chapter to her musical journey. Amanda's unique talents shone as she worked directly with Neil Gaiman during humorous and musically unconventional PR events for the release of "Good Omens."
Amanda's artistry is rooted in her mastery of classical repertoire, demonstrating finesse in works ranging from Mozart’s Requiem to Carmina Burana and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Requiem, as well as the intricate nuances of Bach’s Mass in B Minor and Handel's Messiah. Beyond the classical realm, Amanda ventures into contemporary oratorio, contributing as an original cast member to groundbreaking productions such as "Conference of the Birds."
Amanda's voice can be heard in blockbuster films and TV shows, including Frozen 2, Mulan, Birds of Prey, and The Simpsons. Her versatility extends to composition, with original music available on major streaming platforms.
Currently, Amanda is a Twitch partner, engaging her audience through streaming sessions featuring Final Fantasy XIV gameplay, interactive chats, and live musical performances. This additional platform showcases Amanda's dynamic talents and enables her to connect with fans in real time.
Amanda is based in Los Angeles, where she works with local composers in person and from her home studio, and frequently travels worldwide for performances and musical collaborations.
For More Information, visit www.amandasingsthings.com