At Brooklyn Youth Chorus, we offer more than just vocal training; we cultivate the ambitions of our students, exposing them to the vast possibilities within music, future careers, and their community, ultimately helping them realize their voices truly matter.
We treat young voices as a precious resource, embracing a modern, healthy approach to vocal development through a diverse repertoire spanning various genres and composers, ensuring our students thrive. Beyond singing, our collaborative learning environment, led by facilitators, instills valuable team-working skills and accountability, demonstrating how their dedication extends to all areas of life, making their hard work visibly empowering.
Our Program
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.
Pre-Preparatory | Ages 5-6
Ignite a love for music in our youngest singers (ages 5-6) with play-based learning and foundational skills, no audition needed. Meets once a week.
Preparatory | Ages 7-9
For ages 7-9, this division nurtures fundamental musical skills, healthy vocal technique, and the joy of singing together in a supportive environment. Meets once a week.
Pre-Teen | Ages 10-12
Ages 10-12 refine musical abilities, explore diverse repertoire, and deepen their understanding of choral music through collaborative experiences. Meets once a week.
Teen | Ages 13-18
Singers aged 13-18 hone advanced vocal skills, explore complex harmonies, and develop their artistry through a challenging and diverse curriculum. Meets once a week.
Junior Ensemble | Ages 11-18
An advanced ensemble for treble voices (ages 11-18), offering rigorous training and opportunities to perform sophisticated repertoire with world-renowned artists. Meets multiple times a week.
Bass Ensemble | Ages 12-18
For singers with changed and changing voices (ages 12-18), this ensemble provides specialized training and unique opportunities for lower voices. Meets multiple times a week.
Concert Ensemble | Ages 12-18
A premier ensemble for advanced treble voices (ages 12-18), performing challenging and diverse repertoire and collaborating on major artistic projects. Meets multiple times a week.
