History

In the beginning

In 1990, SDCC was founded and continued under the direction of Polly Campbell, a devoted music lover and educator, until her passing in 2000. We began with only a single branch and 2 choir levels but a strong enrollment of 42 children. The choir now has 5 branches with 4 choir levels and over 250 participants. We also have a neighborhood outreach program that spans City Heights, Imperial Beach and National City which continues to grow.

Singing to the world, one voice at a time

In June 1993, the Choir participated in its first Tour: The Golden Gate International Children's Choral Festival in Northern California. We have since been privy to a host of national and international tours including Great Britain, Italy, France, Germany, Austria, Hawaii, Australia, and Switzerland! We have seen the hills alive with music in Mirabell Gardens, Salzburg (where The Sound of Music was filmed), serenaded Michelangelo's David in Florence, and let our voices echo in La Cathédrale de Chartres! Pictures from these amazing tours can be found in the touring section.

Although world travel is amazing, we never forget the most important part, our community. Every opportunity to sing in Southern California is a success for our Choir and we will continue to try and collaborate locally as much as possible. You can find pictures of all our local performances in the local events section.

Looking Ahead

As we enter our 21st season, the Choir's recognizes the importance of progress in the Arts where schools leave off. While budgets are being cut all around us, the Children’s Choir strives to never compromise the quality of our teaching and our opportunities to sing, grow and tour. Our Alumni and Community Choir is a budding new venture that has been well received and will continue to grow. With many choristers from the areas of San Diego and the capability for more growth, the Choir is fulfilling its mission.