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Young People’s Chorus of New York Cityat Washington Heights

The Young People's Chorus of New York City® is now in Washington Heights. YPC was founded 25 years ago on a mission of diversity and artistic excellence by its artistic director Francisco J. Núñez, a MacArthur Fellow. Today, YPC, the recipient of America's highest honor for youth programs — a National Arts and Humanities Youth Program Award, is one of the most celebrated and in�uential youth choruses in the world.

Francisco J. Núñez, Artistic Director/Founder

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Boys and Girls ages 7-12

Friday, September 27, 2013

3:00-5:30 p.m.

P.S. 366, Washington Heights Academy Auditorium202 Sherman Avenue (Between 204th and 207th Streets)New York, NY 10034

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To schedule an audition, call: 212-289-7779, ext. 10 or email: audition@ypc.org

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Young People’s Chorus of New York City®Francisco J. Núñez, Artistic Director/Founder

FAQ’s:What is the Young People’s Chorus of New York City (YPC)? Founded by Artistic Director Francisco J. Núñez, 25 years ago, the Young People’s Chorus of New York City is one of the world’s most respected and in�uential youth choruses, a National Arts and Humanities Youth Program award-winner.

What is the Young People's Chorus at Washington Heights (YPCWH)? YPCWH is the �rst after-school community chorus of the Young People’s Chorus of New York City. It was created in November 2012 to expand the YPC mission of diversity and artistic excellence to children in more communities throughout the city.

Why join the YPCWH?Your child will learn such skills as good vocal technique, how to read music, while developing teamwork and self-con�dence.

Who teaches the YPCWH?YPC Conducting Fellow Maria Peña is the Principal Conductor of YPCWH. Maria came to YPC from conducting the Jacksonville Children’s Chorus Training Choir, and holds a Bachelor in Music summa cum laude in voice performance from the University of North Florida.

How often does YPCWH perform?The chorus performs several times a year, including a winter concert, a spring concert, and community events. Last year, they made their debut at Carnegie Hall and the 92nd Street Y.

How often do they rehearse?YPCWH rehearses once a week on Thursdays from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m. from October to May at P.S.366 Washington Heights Academy.

How much does it cost to participate?The annual tuition for the program is $195 plus a registration fee of $50. Tuition scholarships are available.

What is required of my child to audition?A love of singing and to sing 30 seconds of his or her favorite song.

More information about the Young People’s Chorus of New York City is available at www.ypc.org.

Preguntas Frecuentes:Qué es el Young People’s Chorus of New York City (YPC)?Fundado por el Director Artístico Francisco J. Núñez hace25 años, el Young People’s Chorus of New York City es uno de los coros juveniles más respetados e in�uyentes del mundo. Fue ganador del premio Nacional de Artes y Humanidades para programas juveniles.

Qué es el Young People’s Chorus at Washington Heights (YPCWH)?Es el primer coro comunitario de horario extra-curricular del Young People’s Chorus of New York City, fue creado en Noviembre del 2012 para expandir la misión de diversidad y excelencia artística de YPC hacia niños y niñas en más comunidades de la ciudad.

Por qué ser parte de YPCWH?Su niño o niña aprenderá habilidades como lectura musical y buena técnica vocal mientras aprenden a trabajar en equipo, y desarrollan la con�anza en sí mismos.

Quien enseña en YPCWH?Maria Peña una Conducting Fellow de YPC quien vino de dirigir del Jacksonville Children’s Chorus. Maria tiene un Bachelor en Música summa cum laude en canto de la Universidad del Norte de la Florida.

Que tanto se presenta el coro YPCWH?El coro se presenta varias veces al año incluyendo el concierto de invierno, el concierto de primavera, y eventos en la comunidad, el año pasado hicieron su presentación debut en Carnegie Hall y el 92nd Street Y.

Cuándo son los ensayos?YPCWH tiene ensayos una vez a la semana los Jueves de 4:00 a 5:30 p.m. desde Octubre a Mayo en P.S. 366, Washington Heights Academy.

Cuánto cuesta participar?La matrícula anual del programa es $195 más una cuota de inscripción de$50. Hay becas disponibles para la matrícula anual .

Cuáles son los requerimientos para presentar una audición?Cantar 30 segundos de su canción favorita y tener el deseo de cantar.

Para más información sobre el Young People’s Chorus of New York City visite www.ypc.org.