Our choirs

Choirs I & II

Led by Marlys Neufeldt

  • Healthy vocal production, sight-singing, ear training and theory through singing, movement, improvisation and listening

  • Introducing younger singers to the foundations of choral singing using musical games, folk songs and two- or three-part harmony

  • Fostering independence and confidence

  • Opportunities to perform in concerts, community outreach, and in special workshops

  • Musical and artistic expression and the cohesive growth of the whole child

  • Developing an understanding of singers’ individual musical and vocal abilities and how to use them in a choral context

  • Artistically building the presence of the choir on social media

  • Joy, community, and connection through music making

Choir I – Beginner Training Choir – Ages 6 and up, depending on musicality and maturityMondays 5:45 to 6:45 – GYMC Room 204 – $475/year

Choir II – Intermediate Training Choir – Ages 9 and up, depending on musicality and maturityTuesdays 6:15 to 8:00 – GYMC Room 204 – $650/year

Chamber Choir

Led by Emily Petrenko

  • For youth with intermediate and advanced musical knowledge

  • Developing skills needed to progress through the choir

  • Vocal technique, ear-training, sight-singing

  • Rigorous and thrilling rehearsals

  • Fast-moving professional musical experiences

  • Singers learning and presenting sophisticated repertoire

  • Exploring advanced performance techniques

  • Exciting performance schedule

  • Concerts and workshops, guest artists, bonus rehearsals

  • Taking part in select run-out appearances and outreach events

  • Opportunities for various leadership roles including mentoring and as Chorister Liaison to the Board of Directors (student volunteer hours)!

  • Select movement and choreography

  • Professional collaborations including Guelph Chamber Choir and Guelph Symphony Orchestra

  • Artistically building the presence of the choir on social media

  • Tours and festivals

  • Life-changing experiences

Chamber Choir – Advanced Choir – Ages 12 and up
Tuesdays 6:00 to 8:00 – GYMC Room 108 – $650/year