Decatur Avondale Children's Choir
Our Mission
For over 16 years, the Decatur Avondale Children’s Choir has been a vibrant part of the performing arts community, nurturing young talent from Atlanta, Decatur, Avondale, Oakhurst and the surrounding area. Welcoming singers from ages six to eighteen, our choir is dedicated to exploring a diverse array of musical styles including classical, folk, world music, spirituals, pop, and Broadway show tunes. We strive to foster a culture of excellence, aiming to be a model of exceptional musicianship and artistic achievement inspired by the best children’s choruses in the Atlanta area.
OUR PURPOSE:
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To cultivate a love and appreciation for music among elementary through high school age singers through exceptional musical training, choral vocal techniques, and music reading skills.
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To foster a supportive and inclusive environment where young singers can develop their musical talents and grow as individuals.
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To instill discipline, teamwork, and self-confidence in our singers through the shared experience of choral singing.
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To provide opportunities for singers to showcase their talents and creativity through high-quality choral performances that inspire and uplift both participants and audiences.
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To build a diverse repertoire that exposes singers to a wide range of musical styles, genres, and cultural expressions, enriching their musical education and understanding.
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To create lasting memories and friendships through shared musical experiences and performances.
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To contribute positively to the community by spreading the joy of music and promoting artistic expression among young people.
The Decatur Avondale Children's Choir is committed to inclusivity and diversity. The varied backgrounds, cultures, beliefs, and life experiences of our singers add to the richness of the harmony we make together. All children are welcome to participate in the DACC regardless of their ethnicity, color, religion, gender/sexual identity, background, or physical abilities. We strive to create an atmosphere where each singer is valued, respected, accepted, and loved.
Our Choirs
The DACC is composed of four performing ensembles: the Apprentice Choir, the
Advanced Choir, Ars Cantabile, and the Chamber Singers.
The Apprentice Choir is designed for singers aged 6 to 8 and primarily performs in unison, with some selections
featuring occasional two-part harmony.
The Advanced Choir, which consists of singers aged 9 to 12, showcases two-part music, with some pieces incorporating three-part
treble choir selections.
Ars Cantabile is for singers aged 12 to 18 and requires aseparate audition. This choir offers a unique repertoire tailored for maturing young
voices.
Lastly, the Chamber Singers is a small ensemble for singers aged 15 to 18, performing music at the highest standard for youth singers.
Rehearsals are held in the Choral Suite and/or Sanctuary (Second Floor) of First Baptist Church of Decatur (GA) at the following times:
TUESDAYS
4:15 PM to 4:55 PM - Apprentice Choir
5:05 PM to 5:55 PM - Advanced Choir
5:30 PM to 6:15 PM – Chamber Singers
6:05 PM to 7:00 PM - Ars Cantabile
Our Community
The Decatur Avondale Children's Choir has collaborated with these fine arts organizations in the Avondale/Decatur area:
Atlanta Opera Workshop
Avondale Arts Alliance
Decatur City Dance
Decatur Civic Chorus
Decatur Fine Arts Academy
Decatur High School
DeKalb Choral Guild
DeKalb School of the Arts
Distinguished Concerts International New York (DCINY)
Georgia State University Opera
The Mercer University Singers
The Museum School of Avondale Estates