Schola Cantorum Silicon Valley; Buddy James, Artistic Director
Echoes of Appalachia

Echoes of Appalachia

Saturday, May 16 at 7:30pm
Valley Presbyterian Church
945 Portola Road, Portola Valley Map
Echoes of Appalachia

A journey through the musical landscapes of Earth’s oldest mountain range.

With haunting harmonies, aching beauty, and fierce spiritual depth, Echoes of Appalachia invites you into the heart of a region whose music is as layered and resilient as its history.

At the center of the program is Sharp & Ramsay’s Come From the Skies: A High Lonesome Mass, a powerful fusion of sacred tradition and Appalachian folk. Framed by timeless favorites like Shenandoah, Down in the River to Pray, and Bright Morning Stars, the concert explores the tension and tenderness of a people shaped by hardship, hope, and unwavering faith.

Through sorrow and strength, silence and song, this is a tribute to the voices that echo across mountaintops — clear, unflinching, and unforgettable.

Free admission for students under 25, with student ID