A youth chorus to sing about

If you’re young and musically inclined, this just might be your big break. Auditions for the fall season of the San Fernando Valley Youth Chorus are around the corner.

The Youth Chorus gives kids in grades 3 through 12 the opportunity to receive top-notch singing instruction at low cost ($150 for a whole semester). It rehearses Sunday afternoons from 2:30 p.m. to 6 p.m., and performs live at a variety of venues. Last year, chorus members sang at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, the Heritage Festival in San Diego and the Arts in Education Showcase at the Madrid Theatre.

Founded in 1992, the non-profit San Fernando Valley Youth Chorus uses the gift of song to help young people gain self-esteem, self-discipline and creativity. Its repertoire ranges from Renaissance-era classics to Broadway hits, and there is an emphasis on community engagement with performance. All ethnicities, cultures, religions and economic backgrounds are welcome.

Auditions are August 21 and 28 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Canoga Park  Methodist Church, 22700 Sherman Way. Call (818) 212-9356 for an appointment, or email [email protected].

Posted 8/10/11