Kira (she/her) is a multiracial (Japanese/white) song catcher, songleader, artist, community leader, and ever-evolving human. Enlivened by the magic of many voices weaving together in sonorous alchemy, Kira blends heart and harmony, sharing simple pocket songs to layered polyphonic pieces. She believes in the transformative power of community singing as an invaluable tool for empowerment, connection, and healing.

 

Kira has been songleading since 2017,  inspired greatly by her own journey of vocal liberation. She joined Open Hub Singing leadership in 2020, bringing much passion and new songs to the community. She attended Lisa Littlebird’s Songleader Flight School (2020), as well as the Community Choir Leadership Training (2023). She has been a featured songleader at various festivals around the country, including Oregon Country Fair.

 

She currently directs Voices Rising Community Choir, offering experiential group singing aimed at creating interconnectivity and powerful harmonies through weaving our voices together. Website