Rise & Shine with us to Celebrate Youth in the Arts

When: Thursday, February 13, 2025 from 7:30 - 8:30 a.m. at The Double Tree by Hilton Hotel, 1775 E Cheyenne Mountain Blvd. Doors open at 7:00 a.m.

RSVP by calling 719-633-3562 by Feb. 7 or make a donation online and leave us a note. All donations are split between the three organizations.

About the Colorado Springs Children's Chorale

In its more than 45 years of existence, and with a low turnover rate among its artistic and executive management, the Colorado Springs Children’s Chorale has developed a unique and specific philosophy. This philosophy aims to use high standards of performance and professionalism to instill in CSCC singers a set of values that propel them towards a lifetime of achievement and excellence.

Our high standards are established early and that foundation is built upon as our singers progress through CSCC’s choirs. As members of CSCC, students are exposed to and expected to exhibit a superb level of professionalism. We spend time discussing and putting into practice these expectations including: listening skills, time management, respectful behavior that shines a positive light on the organization and its individual singers, as well as working diligently to ensure that each and every time a CSCC choir performs in public they are prepared to impress audiences with both their demeanor, their enthusiasm, and the high caliber of their performance. Among our older students in the Pikes Peak Singers and Summit Ensemble we also stress leadership skills and setting a good example for our younger singers.

The work that our choirs put into their performance technique becomes a rubric for success later in life. This work begins with a focus on correct CSCC vocal tone. Correct CSCC vocal tone is that which promotes healthy young singers. Vowels are tall and round. Consonants are crisp and clear. The sound is mature, resonant, and flexible. A choral performance, however, is not only about sounding great. At CSCC we believe that textual interpretation and a deep understanding of each song’s story is another key aspect of a compelling performance. We also recognize that staging, movement, and choreography are crucial tools for crafting explosive entertainment. We constantly aim to challenge our singers and expect them to rise to the occasion. They never let us down.

About the Colorado Springs Youth Symphony

Founded in 1980 with the purpose of providing artistic and educational development of musically talented and dedicated junior high youth within Colorado Springs' School District #11, the Colorado Springs Youth Symphony Association (CSYSA) began with 70 young musicians and gave a single performance the first season. Today, the Youth Symphony is comprised of ten individual groups: Wolfgang Strings (String Program, Level 1), Amadeus String Orchestra (String Program, Level 2), Allegro Strings (String Program, Level 3), Vivace String Orchestra (String Program, Level 4), Bravo! Winds (intermediate concert band), Pikes Peak Wind Symphony (advanced concert band), Pinnacle Jazz (beginning jazz band), Ascent Big Band (advanced jazz band), Ovation Youth Orchestra (advanced full orchestra) and the Colorado Springs Youth Symphony (our flagship group). Approximately 350 young musicians are accepted by audition every year to take part in one of these groups. The Mozart String Project, which focuses on beginning string instruction, enrolls an additional 150 students at sites in Northeast and Northcentral Colorado Springs. Today, students from over sixty schools from the Pikes Peak region including Pueblo, Limon, Castle Rock, Peyton and Canon City participate in our programs.

About the Colorado Springs Conservatory

The Colorado Springs Conservatory (CSC) is the premiere multidisciplinary arts education space in the Pikes Peak Region. A space where students are encouraged to find their own voices and pursue the visions they have of their futures. We believe that exposure to performing arts studies creates more empathetic, thoughtful, confident young people who will have lasting impact on our community as they grow and become the change makers of the future. CSC fosters a robust, inclusive, and joyful learning environment for all students, from the curious to the serious. No other organization in the region can provide the range of study that CSC provides. All under one roof, a student can study theatre, take a private lesson in voice, play in a jazz ensemble, and record an original work in our recording studio.

Celebrate Youth in the Arts Breakfast 2025

By Colorado Springs Childrens Chorale

Celebrate Youth in the Arts Breakfast 2025

Support the Colorado Springs Children's Chorale, the Colorado Springs Youth Symphony and the Colorado Springs Conservatory