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SING WITH US!

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! Brooklyn Youth Chorus invites young singers ages 7-18 to sing with us next year. Discover your potential, learn from world-class instructors, and create unforgettable musical experiences with a community of passionate peers.

Discover your voice.

Brooklyn Youth Chorus divisions are organized by age to support healthy vocal development at different stages of growth and maturity. Within these age-based divisions, singers are placed in levels that reflect their skill, experience, and commitment.

Our most advanced students are invited to audition for one of the three performing ensembles. All students are assessed annually to determine placement for the following program year.

Every voice holds a story.

Brooklyn Youth Chorus helps young people discover the power of theirs through a choral education unlike any other. Learn how Brooklyn Youth Chorus nurtures empathy, resilience, and self-expression, preparing future leaders and empowering young people through music. Your support makes this possible.

Making music accessible to all.

At Brooklyn Youth Chorus, we believe that every child with a passion for singing deserves the opportunity to shine. We understand that families have different financial situations, so we offer a variety of options to make our program accessible to everyone. 100% of our our families receive subsidized tuition, and 35% of families receive additional need-based financial aid.

Bass Ensemble.
Your voice, amplified.

For young singers ages 12 and up with changed and changing voices, the Brooklyn Youth Chorus Bass Ensemble offers the ultimate experience in vocal artistry for lower voices. This unique ensemble provides an unparalleled opportunity to delve into the rich world of tenor and bass choral singing. The Bass Ensemble also rehearses with the Concert Ensemble (high, treble voices) on a weekly basis to prepare mixed voice (soprano, alto, tenor, bass) repertoire for projects and performances.

"Sprawling, ambitious, innovative." - Vogue

Port(al) exemplifies Brooklyn Youth Chorus's dedication to creating groundbreaking new works.

Fresh off its powerful premiere run at the Brooklyn Navy Yard's Agger Fish Building, and a recent return performance at PS21 Center for Contemporary Performance in Chatham, NY, Port(al) captivated audiences by delving into the rich history and ongoing evolution of the Brooklyn Navy Yard. This kind of unique and forward-thinking artistry provides unparalleled opportunities and experiences for our choristers.

  • "Brooklyn Youth Chorus, under the direction of Dianne Berkun Menaker, featured a heavenly chorus of young singers reminiscent of angels ascending among us."

    OperaWire

  • "Among New York's choral groups, BYC STANDS ALONE."

    New York Magazine

  • "SPECTACULAR, DAZZLING, and EXEMPLARY."

    The New York Times

  • "When they start singing and you feel the collective power of that choir, something magical happens, and you (finally) feel something that resembles rapture. "

    playcrazygame.com

  • "The Brooklyn Youth Chorus, a superb ensemble of bright singers, consistently demonstrates a polish and commitment well beyond its years. It is hard to think of this group as anything but a polished ensemble of miniature professionals."

    The New York Times

  • “BROOKLYN YOUTH CHORUS IS AS FINE AS IT GETS, in demand with the greatest orchestras and the most important composers.”

    Brooklyn Rail

Recent Video Highlights

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Join Jad Abrumad of Radiolab and composer Paola Prestini for an illuminating artist talk as they dive into the vibrant backdrop of PORT(AL), in conversation with PS21 Executive Director Vallejo Gantner. Hudson’s legendary bar and venue, Half Mo
Fresh off our powerful run of Port(al) at the Brooklyn Navy Yard, Brooklyn Youth Chorus is thrilled to keep the portal open in a new chapter of this innovative choral theater experience! Port(al) at PS21 Center for Contemporary Performance (Pavilio
We were privileged to welcome acclaimed soprano Laquita Mitchell to Brooklyn Youth Chorus this past Tuesday for an enriching master class with three of our dedicated students. Laquita, a Grammy nominee and a celebrated artist on international stages,
🎶 Love to sing? Ready to shine? 🎶 New July placement auditions available at www.brooklynyouthchorus.org/join! If you've got a passion for music and a voice that's ready to soar, Brooklyn Youth Chorus wants to hear from you! We're thrilled to anno
Our Spring Sings concerts were an absolute triumph! 🌸 We're still buzzing from the incredible performances and want to extend a huge thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate the culmination of our 33rd season. A massive congratulations to a
So excited to share our collaboration with the amazing Blonde Redhead on their new track, "Before (Choir Version)"! ✨ It's out today and part of their upcoming reimagined album, The Shadow of the Guest. Working with Kazu Makino and the ban
Dear Friends, Feeling the whiplash from the revoked federal arts funding? You're not alone. We feel it deeply. This is a blow to cultural groups nationwide, but know this: Brooklyn Youth Chorus isn't going anywhere. Last Friday, we learned our $25,