Training Choir (Non-Auditioned)

3-4th Grade Treble Voices

Meets Monday evenings 5:00-6:00PM

Ignite is the newest choir offering from the South Loudoun Youth Chorale, designed especially for 3rd–4th grade singers. This program seeks to spark a lifelong passion for singing and music in our youngest choristers through fun, engaging, and age-appropriate experiences. Meeting weekly with our Elementary Music Specialists, Ignite members explore the foundations of choral singing and music literacy through games, activities, and creative learning—all while making new friends and discovering the joy of singing together.

Training Choir (Non-Auditioned)

5-6th Grade Treble Voices

Meets Monday evenings 5:30-6:30pm

Enchant is SLYC’s non-auditioned choir for 5th–6th grade singers, where young musicians take their next step as developing artists. Members learn to sing with healthy posture, breath support, and musical expression while strengthening their sight-reading and music literacy skills. Through engaging rehearsals, singers explore unison and two-part repertoire in a variety of styles and languages, often incorporating choreography to enhance their performance. Enchant presents 2–3 concerts each year, giving singers the opportunity to shine on stage and share their growing artistry with the community

Performance Choir (auditioned)

7-9th Grade Treble Voices

Meets Monday evenings 6:00pm-7:20pm

Illuminate is SLYC’s auditioned treble choir for singers in grades 7–9, where young musicians refine their vocal technique, musicality, sight-reading, and music literacy while developing confident performance skills. This advanced ensemble sings three- and four-part repertoire across a wide range of styles and languages, challenging singers to grow as artists and collaborators. Illuminate presents 3–4 performances each year, showcasing the talents of its members and bringing their music to life on stage.

Performance Choir (auditioned)

7th-12th Grade Tenor and Bass Voices

Meets Monday evenings 7:30-8:30pm

Fortify is SLYC’s auditioned ensemble for tenor and bass singers in grades 7–12 with changed voices. More than just a choir, Fortify is a place where singers find camaraderie, encouragement, and confidence as they grow together through music. Members strengthen their vocal technique and ensemble skills while exploring repertoire that celebrates the power and richness of tenor and bass voices. With 3–4 performances each year, Fortify offers singers the chance to share not only their artistry, but also the strong sense of brotherhood that defines this unique ensemble.

Performance Choir (auditioned)

10-12th Grade Treble Voices

Meets Monday evenings 7:00-8:30pm

Elevate is SLYC’s auditioned treble choir for advanced singers in grades 10–12. Members demonstrate strong vocal ability, refined musicianship, and proficiency in sight-reading and harmonization, allowing them to take on a rigorous program of challenging repertoire. From classical masterworks to contemporary selections, Elevate embraces a wide variety of styles and languages, offering singers the opportunity to grow as artists and leaders. With 3–4 performances each season, Elevate showcases the highest level of treble artistry within SLYC.

Performance Choir (auditioned)

9th-12th Grade Mixed Chorus

Meets Monday evenings 8:30-9:15pm

SLYC’s premiere vocal ensemble. Members of Summit are selected from an internal audition process. All Summit singers must be members in good standing of either Elevate, or Fortify.

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