Coastal Sound’s premiere treble voice, touring concert choir
Coastal Sound Children’s Choir inspires each young singer to grow as musicians and as contributing, engaged citizens, through choral singing. The choir is full of creative youth from diverse cultural heritages, ages 11-16 years old.
Over the choir’s 38 year history, singers’ lives have been transformed by memorable adventures: from studio recording sessions for TV soundtracks to singing at esteemed ceremonies like the Olympics; from working with Canadian composers and respected conductors, to accompanying Michael Bublé on his 2013 Holiday TV special. Every new experience brings a chance to learn and grow as artists and to connect with others through song.
Sharing and learning about their world through the lens of choral music is very important to these singers and is a principal value of the choir. They have performed site-specific programs that connect song to place at the UNESCO World Heritage site of Grand Pré, Nova Scotia; in the Canadian War Museum, Ottawa; next to The Bluenose in Lunenberg, Nova Scotia. In 2018 they researched and sang a concert at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights in Winnipeg.
Grades 6 and older; youth treble voices
- For singers with much prior music experience at CSMA or instrumental lessons; those who can read music, match pitch confidently and hold a harmony part.
- Focus on healthy vocal technique and musicianship, advanced-level stage performance skills, choral choreography.
- More advanced music reading and sight-singing skills as a focus, learning to sing in 3 or more parts harmony with other singers
- Leadership, solo singing on mic and public speaking opportunities
- Team building, nurturing friendships and self confidence
- Learning how to use a professional choral folder (these folders can be used throughout one’s life)
- Learning to be an independent musician and thoughtful choral artist
High-Level Choral Training
For singers with much prior music experience or instrumental lessons; those who can read music, match pitch and hold a harmony part.
Advanced Skill Development
Focus on healthy vocal technique and musicianship, advanced-level stage performance skills, choral choreography.
Leadership & Community
Solo singing on mic and public speaking opportunities, team building, retreat weekend, nurturing friendships and self confidence.
Performance Experience
At least 6 performances per year, plus other community concerts, gigs and recordings; including but not limited to, Lights at Lafarge, Christmas in the Square, the PNE, Canada Day and more!
How to Join
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Request a placement interview here. Choir placement is based on age/grade as well as vocal development, music experience and social readiness. At the placement interview, your singer will be assigned to the best choir for their success.
Children’s Choir is a high-commitment performance group.
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Placement Interviews are friendly, short and informal. They will be done via Zoom or in person.
Singers should prepare a simple song they know (Happy Birthday or O Canada is fine!). Vocal assessments are about 10 minutes long, and will feel like a mini voice lesson.
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Upon acceptance, pay registration fees and attend weekly rehearsals and performances. Children’s Choir performs approximately 8 times per season from September to June.
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The Details
Artistic Team
Diana Clark, Director
Shannon Zhang, Accompanist
Learn more about the Artistic Team here
Schedule
Rehearsals on Thursdays 4:15-6:30 PM
September 10 to June 17/ June 24
at Evergreen Cultural Centre
1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam
Fees
Season fees $1050 with the option to pay monthly or semi-annually
Ask about family discounts or tuition support
Annual Retreat
Timberline Retreat: Coastal Sound Children’s Choir at Timberline Ranch January 29 to 31, 2027. Fees of $225 are due January 1, 2027.