"The reason why I love the Choir School is that we all get to come together and bond on one thing, which is music. And I think that's an absolutely beautiful thing because we're all striving for one end goal, which is to work hard on a production or a concert. Through that, I get to bond with other people and make such great connections and friendships."



Kayleah, age 15, during her Story Takeover this week. Did you miss it? Watch now on our Instagram Highlights!

Malcolm Richardson, our Director of Educational and Artistic Programs, appeared on DETV's Good Morning Wilmington this week! Tune in starting at 45:50 to hear Malcolm chat about his musical journey, his experience as an HBCU graduate, the work that we do at the Choir School, and our upcoming events. Watch until the end for a musical treat!

Join us for an evening at the Cabaret as we kick off the Greatest Hits Concert Season! This lighthearted affair features Broadway show tunes and movie favorites performed by our intergenerational choir.

The talent of our students and adult singers alike abounds this year, and this is a unique opportunity to hear them shine as soloists!

Plus, you will enjoy…

🎟️ A raffle with exciting prizes donated by local businesses

🥂A cash bar

🍽️ Light refreshment

WHEN: Saturday, October 21, 7:30pm

WHERE: The Village of St John, Wilmington

2020 N Tatnall St, Wilmington, DE 19802

Free lot parking at Concord & Tatnall

TICKETS: $25, Kids FREE!

Military, Senior, and Student Discounts

Did you miss our video sneak peek? Watch it here!

Can't make it on Saturday? You can still enter to win exciting raffle prizes! Your entries support our biggest fundraising event of the year and ensure that music and mentoring is available to all students regardless of financial means.

RAFFLE PRIZES!

Wilmington Staycation

Treat yourself with over $150 in gift cards to local businsses including a day spa, a nail salon, and two local restaurants.

Season Subscription

Get all the perks that our subscribers enjoy, including a ticket to all four remaining season concerts, a guest pass to one concert, and invitations to exclusive subscriber events.

Private Wine Class for 20 ($600 Value)

Treat your friends, family, and fellow wine lovers to a private wine class for up to 20 people in the classroom of your local Total Wine & More!

More students than ever before have been enjoying private voice lessons with Mr. Malcolm and Ms. Sophia! 15 students will be featured in solo numbers and small groups at the Cabaret. They have been working diligently on their solos with their teachers.

A typical voice lesson at the Choir School includes:

• Vocal warmups designed to address elements that students are working on in their technique or repertoire
• Coaching on pitch and rhythm, and music literacy development
• Techniques for healthy vocal production
• Stylistic choices for timbre, dynamics, and more
• Guidance on telling the story, conveying emotion, and stage presence
• And more! Each lesson is fully customized to serve each student, their goals, and their growth.

Thanks to the Choir School's generous supporters, lessons are 100% free for after-school program participants. Singing lessons typically cost $50-$80 per hour, which would be a prohibitive cost for most of the families we serve. We are proud to remove that barrier to access so that all talented students can develop their artistry.

WHAT:

A fun community event!

A DJ, a moonbounce, and a Trunk or Treat

Fair snacks (pretzels, popcorn, cotton candy)

Performances by Choir School students

WHEN:

Thursday, October 26

3:30-6:30pm (Drop in anytime)

WHERE:

Brandywine Mills Plaza

1800 N Market St, Wilmington, DE 19802

Just down the street from the Choir School!

COST:

100% FREE!

We’re proud to join communities across America in celebrating Lights On Afterschool on Thursday, October 26, 2023! There’s lots to celebrate: afterschool programs like the Choir School keep kids safe, inspire them to learn & grow, and give parents peace of mind.

Launched in October 2000, Lights On Afterschool is the only nationwide event celebrating afterschool programs and their important role in the lives of children, families and communities. The Afterschool Alliance organizes this event to draw attention to the ways afterschool programs support students and families. The events send a powerful message that millions more kids need quality afterschool programs.

All are welcome at the Choir School's celebration!

We hope to see you and your family for this fun event!

Thanks to generous supporters like you, the Choir School met our goal of raising over $40,000 during our Board Matching Challenge! We've all heard the proverb that "it takes a village to raise a child," and we are lucky to have one of the strongest villages around to support our students. We are grateful for you!

The Choir School of Delaware is supported, in part, by a grant from the Delaware Division of the Arts, a state agency, in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts. The Division promotes Delaware arts events on DelawareScene.com. 

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