Parkside Progression | A Patron Program
In Memory Of Lamar Bortner — dear friend, founder, and fellow Parksider (1942–2025)
Progression: The movement of musical parts in harmony.
At Parkside Voices, progress happens when individual lines come together—when diverse voices move with purpose, connect, and create something meaningful. Your support helps us strengthen that harmony across our singers, our audiences, and our community.
Progression: The act of changing to the next stage of development.
From the beginning, our Parkside Family has lifted us up with generosity and encouragement.
Thanks to supporters like you, our two ensembles—Parkside Harmony (lower voices) and Parkside Melody (upper voices)—have grown into vibrant artistic communities that educate, inspire, and share harmony across the region. We continue to grow with you and because of you.
Progression: In a musical composition, a chord progression is the foundation of harmony in the Western musical tradition.
Just like a strong progression supports a great song, your support forms the foundation of everything we do. Your gifts help Parkside Voices offer:
Youth arts & education programs that inspire the next generation
Senior community outreach, bringing comfort, nostalgia, and joy to older adults
Arts accessibility initiatives that increase representation and inclusion
Singer development programs, workshops, coaching, and mentorship
Community concerts and collaborations that enrich Hershey and South Central Pennsylvania
Your generosity empowers our 100+ volunteer singers to share harmony, serve the community, and bring people together through music.
We invite you to be part of our progression. Learn more about our programs, get involved, or make a gift that is meaningful to you. Every contribution—large or small—makes a real difference in helping us build community through harmony.
For more information or to become more involved, please contact us at: [email protected].
