Way more than a Children’s Choir
For our K-6 singers, the two groups (1st-3rd and 4th-6th) will feel like a children's choir with a TON of solo opportunities. We guide our singers to work through the nerves and preparation required to sing on their own - but in a way that is manageable and incremental. We teach music reading at an advanced level to prepare them to be the strongest musicians and singers in their public schools. We don't tolerate divas and we don't encourage attitudes.
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We grow reliable working musicians.
We develop music reading skills WAY beyond what a child would learn in public school and even most private lessons.
We offer conducting experience which builds leadership skills. We teach Singing Theory - there are rules to good singing! Knowing these rules can set your child apart in auditions and performances.
Our students who have been with our staff more than 5 years can pass out of college-level theory courses. Our high schoolers breeze through AP Music Theory. Our goal is for our Professional Ensemble to be working at a university level - because it SO MUCH FUN to have the skills. When music isn't a struggle in any way - it's a JOY.
A vocal training ground lead by degreed professionals
Our 7-12th grade ensembles will feature some choir, some small ensemble work, lots of solos, lots of a cappella training. This is a tender age for young voices. Don't trust your child's vocal health to people who haven't studied vocal anatomy and who haven't been trained in the developing adolescent voice. Kids this age love to yell - vocal power is exciting - but vocal health is our #1 priority.
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Our Professional Ensemble performs music of the highest caliber, solos, small groups, and as an ensemble.
Trust us with your child's love of singing
This is a diva-free safe-space environment where kids feel like their voice is valued and essential. As singers grow into their solo voices, we provide opportunities to test the waters and step into the spotlight. A culture of mutual support is cultivated and jealousy is spoken about openly - no cattiness allowed!
Four age groups
Each with their own purpose
Discovery Choir
1st-3rd grades
Audition optional
Structured like a mix of voice class and children's choir with lots of musical training and plenty of short solo opportunities. If your child wants to sing solo, they will have an opportunity at every concert.
Learning Choir
4th-6th grades
Audition by video submission
Structured like a mix of voice class and children's choir with lots of musical training. Some duets/trios/small groups, a few extended solo opportunities. If your child wants to sing solo, they will have an opportunity at every concert.
Advancing Ensemble
7th-12th grades
Audition by video submission
Ensemble singing, some duets/trios/small groups, many extended solo opportunities. If your child wants to sing solo, they will have an opportunity at every concert. This age will perform beyond 2 concerts per year.
Professional Ensemble
10th-12th grades
In-person audition
Upper-level ensemble, extensive solo opportunities, public performances - some are paid, paid internships, scholarships, public service hours. This ensemble requires some commitment. Please contact us for the full calendar
Homeschooler Liturgical Choir
This unique choir is for singers from 12-18. Rehearsal Day TBD, we will get a consensus of what day and time works best. This choir focuses on Sacred Music - from Gospel to Latin to Contemporary Christian. Our goal is to serve at a variety of places of worship throughout South Jersey and Philadelphia (excluding holiday services). This is an excellent opportunity for young singers of faith. Please register on the form provided and just email us at youthsingerssj@gmail.com to let us know you'd like to sing with the Liturgical Choir. The rates for the Liturgical Choir are the same as for the Advancing Ensemble.
flexibility...
This group fits your schedule.
This group fits your budget.
Rehearsals are either Saturday morning OR Sunday afternoon - come to either, come to both - they are set up exactly the same.
Fit the rehearsal into your schedule as your schedule changes throughout the year. Exception, our Professional Ensemble rehearses Sunday evenings only.
In 2 Seasons: Sept-Dec, Jan-April.
Staffed by some of the most exclusive and experienced voice teachers in the region.
Our staff is extensive and experienced.
We only allow degreed, experienced staff members to work with our singers.
Our curriculum was developed over years and been tested time and again.
Our successes are demonstrable - countless professional singers have graduated from our studios.
Our administration is organized, detail-oriented, parent-first and friendly. We strive to create a hassle-free experience.
A place for talent and dedication
This is a place where talent meets talent.
When dedicated singers are teamed up with others who love what they do and are guided by experienced teachers - the sky’s the limit.
We can help them go as far as their ambition will take them.
Being in the presence of other kids their own age, working professionally, with higher standards and reachable goals, they will grow as people and as musicians.
American Music Abroad
We have a relationship with American Music Abroad - a touring company that sends singers on an 18-day European tour to perform concerts in some of the most significant sites abroad. From places of pride like cathedrals and capitols, to moving sites like concentration camps and war memorials - AMA has provided a once-in-a-lifetime travel and performance experience for thousands of singers for over 40 years. Students are only accepted into this program by invitation, but we will be happy to interview and audition interested students for this life-changing experience. YSSJ will help our singers structure and plan their fundraising and will help prepare students musically for the experience.
AfterSchool Music students will receive a significant scholarship to reduce the cost of this program. Advancing and Professional Ensemble singers can earn income for this program by assisting with our rehearsals and performances, by performing locally at churches and events, and by working with us to develop fundraising initiatives to help them reach their goals.
Proud to offer singing lessons, vocal instruction, children's choirs and audition preparation to young singers in the Pitman, Glassboro, Clayton, Franklinville, Monroeville, Harrison Township, South Harrision, Mullica Hill, Swedesboro, Mantua, Woodbury, Woodbury Heights, Paulsboro, Deptford, West Deptford, Wenonah, Blackwood, Collingswood, Washington Township, Turnersville, Sewell, Barnsboro, Sicklerville, Millville, Vineland, Blackwood, Haddon Heights, Barrington, Haddonfield, Cherry Hill, Merchantville, Moorestown, Mt Laurel, Mt Holly, Marlton, Voorhees, and Williamstown areas. We serve all of South Jersey
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