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Youth Initiatives
Youth Initiatives
Youth Chorus
The Peoria Area Civic Chorale Youth Chorus is an audition ensemble of 4th-8th grade singers sponsored by the Peoria Area Civic Chorale. Founded in 1986, its purpose is to enrich the lives of musically talented young singers, providing them with the opportunity to experience a wide variety of musical styles via rehearsals and performances.
Preparatory Chorus
The Peoria Area Civic Chorale Preparatory Chorus is a non-auditioned ensemble for 1st-5th grade singers. Its purpose is to help students build basic music skills either to prepare them to join the Youth Chorus ensemble or for their personal musical development.
Young Artists Competition
The Peoria Area Civic Chorale actively encourages young singers in grades 8-12 by sponsoring the an annual Young Artists Competition. Winners receive a scholarship and the opportunity to sing a solo at a performance of An American Family Christmas each December.
Festival Chorus Program
The Peoria Area Civic Chorale sponsors a Festival Chorus Program during each concert series. Talented Central Illinois students in grade school and junior high are nominated by their choir directors to participate in this exceptional program.