July 14-20

Saturday saw the return of Deep Singing week, which has grown to become one of Indralaya’s most popular programs. Attendance this year was near 90.

Participants gather in the teepee each morning to sing songs, chants, and rounds. Every afternoon there are opportunities to explore different styles of song and the evenings are composed of a variety of musical activities: singing around the piano, campfire songs and small group performances.

Although my cinematography could have been better, the following video provides a sense of the shared joyousness that was present throughout the week.

Siyahamba

Two of the participants in the program have ties to Indralaya that go back to its earliest days. Helen Barclay and Joan Taylor (and their sister Susan Brady), came to camp in the 1920’s with their parents, Gene and Viva Emmons. Many of the cabins and the current dining hall were built with wood that was obtained through Gene’s door and sash company. Viva contributed in many ways as well and often led singing at the evening programs with her beautiful voice.

Helen & Joan

Helen conducts Barbershop

“hi mama”