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Appalachian Youth Chorale

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Appalachian Youth Chorale

The Appalachian Youth Chorale is a choral ensemble consisting of 10 weekly group sessions. We will work on confidence while singing alone and in a group, explore and learn songs from a variety of cultures and genres, and culminate the session with a final concert for the class - all in a fun and engaging environment.

When you come to a rehearsal with the Appalachian Youth Chorale, you will experience a fun and fast-paced rehearsal that focuses on developing musicianship skills along with vocal skills. We learn the basics of music note reading, utilizing solfege to learn how to sing music by sight. Additionally, we have fun exploring our voices and learning how to work together as a group. The rehearsal is a safe space for everyone to learn and grow in a positive environment. We sing a variety of music to include songs from around the world and from different time periods. We like to move and express music with our whole bodies. We teach performance etiquette and discipline but in a positive way that still allows for self expression. Above all, we are a place for young musicians to sing, inspire and celebrate their unique voices!

Program Information

  • Age: 7-14 (students age 15-18 may join as High School Mentors)
  • Experience: No prior singing experience is necessary.
  • Instructor: Elizabeth Salter
  • Time: 5:00-5:50pm
  • Dates: Tuesdays, September 2 - December 2, 2025
    • Class will meet 10 times with remaining dates reserved for make-ups as needed. 
    • No Class on October 14th
  • Location: Broyhill Music Center, Room 225
  • Price: $250 (tuition assistance available - learn more below)
  • Music will be provided. Students will be issued a folder with their music.

Register Here!

Registration and Payment Link:

LINK COMING SOON - check back the week of August 4

The link above is only for community members, not for App State students. 

Registration Tips

  • New Format! This year, you can enroll in one or more CMS Group Programs through one registration link. 
  • If asked for a code, enter _____ [code will be added when registration opens]. If you do not have an Iris account, you will need to create one and return to the form. 
  • For technical help with Iris Registration forms, please contact Carey Driskell (driskellc@appstate.edu, (828) 262-2942) in the Office of Conference and Event Services.
  • For participants under 18, a parent/guardian will need to complete the registration.
  • Before registering, please review the CMS Musician Handbook.  

Applying for CMS Tuition Assistance (if needed)

  1. Proceed through the Iris registration form and add your program(s) to your cart. 
  2. The Tuition Assistance Application Form can only be accessed through the Iris Registration Form. When you reach the page with the Tuition Assistance Application Form, open the link and complete your application. 
  3. Within 2 weeks, you will hear back from the CMS office with your results. Tuition assistance, if awarded, will be applied as a discount to your order.
  4. You will need to return to your saved Iris form entry and complete your order with any applicable payment. Awards not claimed within 1 week may be forfeited. 

Additional Registration Forms (Youth Program)

  1. For youth participants under the age of 18, a parent/guardian will need to fill out the Youth Form online before the first class. Youth may not join the class/ensemble until this is completed.
  2. All participants (and parents/guardians of participants under 18), please come a few minutes early to the first rehearsal to fill out the Release for Use of Photography/Video/Sound. You may download it from the link and bring your completed form, or fill in a blank copy provided for you on the first day. 

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