Alison Balano, Founding Director
Tarika Lewis, Co-Director
Michelle Jordan, Choral Director
EW Wainwright, Percussion Mentor
Oakland Spirit Orchestra is a multi-cultural performing arts ensemble composed of people of all walks of life. OSO features musicians, singers, and artists of all ages, from the neurodivergent to the neurotypical, and everyone in between.
Oakland Spirit Orchestra was founded in 2011 and has held fast to its mission of uplifting the spirits of the world with joyful music, kindness, and community service. This joyful ensemble springs from the blending of communities coming together to celebrate the spirit of life!
Please inquire about Oakland Spirit Orchestra with Alison Balano. alisonbalano23@gmail.com / (510) 332-5166
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