Voices of the Valley Youth Choral Program

The Voices of the Valley Youth Choral Program is dedicated to the musical and social growth of children in the Chattahoochee Valley. Through active music-making experiences, our goals are to build community and to strengthen the musical education of young people. Housed within the Schwob School of Music at Columbus State University's Riverpark Campus, the Voices of the Valley rehearses on Monday evenings from 7-8:30pm and participates in many community and civic events.

Past performances have included semi-annual concerts in the Studio Theatre of the Schwob School, as well as performances with the Columbus Symphony Orchestra, the Columbus Ballet, Boots on Broadway, the Cottonmouths Hockey Games and at Spring Harbor. The Voices of the Valley is currently led by Artistic Director, Dr. Elizabeth Parker, President, Steve Pace and Assistant Director, Amy Holland.

Eligibility and Enrollment Process

Children ages 9 to 15 are eligible to participate in the Voices of the Valley Youth Choral Program. An individual, friendly audition is required for placement into the choir. Auditions deal with basic factors such as pitch matching, steady beat, and allow the student to meet Dr. Parker as well as ask important questions.

Reserve space for your child today by calling the Dr. Parker at 706.649.7243. Early registration is encouraged.

Tuition:

While singers are asked to make a yearlong commitment to the Voices of the Valley, there is a fee of $95 per semester, which covers sheet music, polo shirt, incidentals and performance fees. (Students who enroll in May for the following fall receive a $20 discount for their fall tuition).

Please note: No one will be turned away because of financial hardship. Scholarship support is available.

Payment of tuition by credit card or check may be completed in person or by mail, please remit to: Preparatory Division at Schwob School of Music, 900 Broadway Columbus, GA 31901.

Schedule for Fall Semester 2012

Auditions (all in Room 1917 at the Schwob School of Music):

Auditions are held throughout the summer on a case by case basis. For the fall, we have two scheduled audition dates:

Monday, August 13 from 7-8:30pm
Wednesday, August 15 from 7-8:30pm

First Rehearsal: Monday August 20 from 7-8:30pm
Last rehearsal and fall performance: Week of December 3

For more details and to schedule a placement audition call Dr. Elizabeth Parker at 706.649.7243