PREMIER TREBLE PERFORMANCE CHOIR
Grades 10–12 · Auditioned
Exceptional singers.
Ambitious music.
Find your voice.
THE ELEVATE EXPERIENCE
More than a choir.
A place to grow.
Elevate brings experienced treble singers from across Northern Virginia together in a community where ambitious music, meaningful friendships, and artistic growth go hand in hand.
Singers refine their vocal technique and musicianship while developing the independence, confidence, and artistry expected of advanced performers. Through challenging repertoire and high-level performance experiences, Elevate gives singers the opportunity to discover just how much they are capable of achieving together.
ELEVATE IN PERFORMANCE
Hear what Elevate can do.
Experience the artistry, energy, and musicianship of Elevate in performance.
“Kaleidoscope Heart” · Sara Bareilles / Arr. Allison Girvan
Elevate · South Loudoun Youth Chorale
ELEVATE AT A GLANCE
GRADES
10-12
PLACEMENT
By audition
REHEARSALS
Mondays
7:00-8:20 PM
LOCATION
Willard MS
Aldie, VA
TUITION
Full-season and concert-cycle options available
SEASON
September - April
LIFE IN ELEVATE
More than great music.
Elevate is about who you become as much as what you perform.
MUSICIANSHIP
Challenge yourself.
Refine vocal technique, music literacy, artistry, and ensemble skills through ambitious repertoire.
CONFIDENCE
Find your voice.
Develop the confidence, independence, and courage to contribute your individual voice.
COMMUNITY
Find your people.
Build lasting friendships through the shared experience of making meaningful music together.
#getSLYC
Serve. Lead.
Spread Joy. Care.
Put our values into action—in rehearsal, performance, and community.
BEYOND REHEARSAL
More than Monday night.
Being part of Elevate opens the door to experiences that extend far beyond weekly rehearsals—from major performances and collaborations to festivals, tours, guest artists, and opportunities to share music throughout our community.
PERFORM BOLDLY · EXPLORE THE WORLD · FIND YOUR PEOPLE
YOUR SLYC JOURNEY
Your choir. Your journey.
Elevate can be a destination all its own—and it can also open doors. Singers choose how they want to deepen their musicianship, step into leadership, and explore extraordinary opportunities throughout their time in SLYC.
GROW AS A MUSICIAN
Take your artistry further.
Elevate challenges singers through advanced repertoire and artistic experiences that extend beyond the traditional concert cycle.
ONGOING OPPORTUNITIES
Prepare for honor choir, college, and other auditions.
Collaborative Experiences
Work with guest artists, composers, conductors, ensembles, and special projects.
PAST HIGHLIGHTS
SLYC singers have worked with artists including Sydney Guillaume and Michael Dawson of Anúna, performed masterworks alongside community choirs and orchestras, and participated in special recording projects.
Elevate was also featured in the world video premieres of Nancy Durance’s Cold Winter Wind and Perhaps.
WATCH THE PROJECTS
LEAD & SERVE
Make an impact beyond the stage.
Elevate singers can mentor, lead, serve, and put #getSLYC into action throughout SLYC and our community.
WAYS TO GET INVOLVED
SLYC Buddy Program →
Mentor younger SLYC singers.
Student Leadership →
Serve as a section leader, choir manager, content creator, and more.
Lead at SLYC Summer Camp.
Volunteer with younger singers.
Community Service →
Perform, serve, and give back.
EXPLORE
See where your voice can take you.
SLYC creates opportunities for singers to experience music beyond the rehearsal room—through travel, remarkable venues, festivals, and unexpected collaborations.
SUMMER TOURS
Washington, DC · New York City · Ireland
REMARKABLE STAGES
National Cathedral · Strathmore · Hylton PAC
UNEXPECTED EXPERIENCES
Festivals · Collaborations · Special performances
QUESTIONS? WE'VE GOT ANSWERS.
Everything you need to know about Elevate.
From auditions and rehearsals to tuition and performance commitments, here are answers to some of the questions families ask most.
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Elevate is SLYC’s premier treble ensemble for singers in grades 10–12. Singers should be enrolled in their school music program when one is available and must complete a placement audition before joining Elevate. No prior SLYC experience is required.
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Auditions are designed to help our artistic staff get to know each singer and determine the best ensemble placement.
During the audition, we’ll explore your vocal range, invite you to sing a short song of your choice a cappella—even something as simple as Happy Birthday is perfectly fine—and spend a few minutes chatting with you about your interests and experience as a singer.
Visit Join SLYC for current audition dates, registration, and everything you need to get started.
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Elevate rehearses Monday evenings from 7:00–8:20 PM at Willard Middle School in Aldie, Virginia. Our regular season runs from September through April, with occasional additional rehearsals or performance calls scheduled as needed.
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Consistent attendance is important to the success of the entire ensemble. Elevate singers may miss up to two rehearsals per concert cycle and are expected to participate in scheduled performances. Additional rehearsals, performances, or special events may occasionally be added to the regular Monday schedule, with families receiving dates in advance whenever possible.
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Full-season tuition for Elevate is $750 when paid in full. Families may also choose an installment plan of three monthly payments of $275 ($825 total), or enroll by semester for $450. Financial assistance is available to help make SLYC accessible to families who need it.
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Yes. While we encourage singers to participate for the full season, semester enrollment is available for families who cannot commit to the entire year. Semester tuition is $450. Singers joining for a semester are expected to participate fully in rehearsals and performances during that concert cycle.
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We’re happy to help you find the right place at SLYC. If you have questions about Elevate, auditions, voice placement, scheduling, or anything else, reach out to our team. We can help you determine which ensemble and enrollment option makes the most sense for your singer.
READY TO FIND YOUR VOICE?
Your place in Elevate starts here.
Join a community of singers ready to challenge themselves, make meaningful music, and experience everything SLYC has to offer.