Register now! The Makana Youth Choirs directed by Caroni Young is an introduction to and enrichment of choral music and singing technique for youth in grades 2-5 (Kids) and grades 6-9 (Youth.) Over 12 Friday afternoons starting September 15, students learn vocal and ensemble skills, harmonies, musical literacy, within a wide variety of repertoire from folk to pop to classical. Registration includes sessions, performance t-shirt, and two free family tickets to the November 25th Winter Concert.
The Makana Kids class is for singers in grades 2-5. This class is a fun introduction to choral music and singing technique. Students will learn ensemble skills and will learn a wide variety of repertoire from folk to pop and classical. All rehearsals are important and lead towards an end of year concert at Artspring.
The Makana Youth Choir is for singers in grades 6-9 and is a continuation and enrichment of the younger choir. Students focus on learn to sing in harmony and continuing to develop their vocal skills. More emphasis is placed on musical literacy and developing understanding and music notation. Registration includes 12 sessions, concert, performance t-shirt and two free concert tickets for family members.
Performance is a very important part of the class. Every singer in the choir is important and their voice matters. Please ensure your child is able to commit to the performance date and to the rehearsal schedule.
If you have any questions please contact Caroni @ caroni.young@gmail.com
Caroni Bio:
Caroni is a passionate and dedicated music teacher with a love of choral music! She began her choir experience at Fulford Elementary and hasn’t looked back. Caroni recently completed a Masters in Choral Conducting at UBC and worked with ensembles such as Choral Union, University Singers and the treble voice choir, Oriana. Caroni currently works as a music educator for the Vancouver School board and directs three ensembles with the Vancouver Youth Choir family of choirs. Caroni also teaches a course in conducting at Capilano University. On Salt Spring Caroni, is the artistic director of Viva Chorale and the founding director of the Makana Choirs. When she’s not singing or teaching you can likely find her on BC ferries.