The Right Choir Level for Every Child
Interested in joining the San Diego Children’s Choir? We offer a range of programs from introductory music classes for preschool–K aged children, through our highest level our training in our advanced Chamber Choir.
Explore the options below to find the below to right Choir level program for your child.
Select a Choir Program below to learn more about the program, rehearsal schedule, commitment level, and more!
TODDLER TIME MUSIC CLASSES
(Pre-school)
Ready to make music with your toddler and sing your heart out? This class is perfect for little ones and their parents who want to wriggle, giggle, and jiggle, while learning to babble melodies. These small-group parent participation classes are best for toddlers ages 1-3.
Next class sessions to be offered Fall 2026 - check back this summer for more information on how to enroll.
Drop-in classes available
EARLY YEARS MUSIC CLASSES (PRE-K – K)
Early Years is a beginning, play-based music program for children ages 4–6. These small-group classes explore the fundamentals of music — ear training, healthy singing, beat-keeping, literacy, focus, intonation, and improvisation. No parent participation needed.
Next class sessions to be offered Fall 2026 - check back this summer for more information on how to enroll.
PREPARATORY CHOIR (GRADES 1–3*)
Our Preparatory Choir is our youngest ensemble level for beginning singers/music readers and requires no audition. The choir performs locally 4-6 times per year, allowing your child the chance to shine.
Fall Semester Schedule: September 1 - December 6, 2025
Spring Semester Schedule: January 25 - June 7, 2026
Monday: 5:00–6:00 p.m. La Mesa/Grossmont
Tuesday: 4:30–5:30 p.m. Del Mar
Wednesday: 3:45–4:45 p.m. Rancho Bernardo/Poway
Wednesday: 5:00–6:00 p.m. Rancho Bernardo/Poway
Thursday: 5:00–6:00 p.m. Mission Valley
*3rd graders have the option to audition for Apprentice Choir below.
Apprentice Choir (grades 4–6)
Apprentice Choir is our first auditioned choir level for students in grades 4-6 with all levels of music experience. The choir performs locally 6-10 times per year, including having the opportunity to participate in a local mini-tour.
Fall Semester Schedule: September 1 - December 6, 2025
Spring Semester Schedule: January 25 - June 7, 2026
Monday: 6:15–7:15 p.m. La Mesa/Grossmont
Tuesday: 5:45–6:45 p.m. Del Mar
Wednesday: 6:15–7:15 p.m. Rancho Bernardo/Poway
Thursday: 6:15–7:15 p.m. Mission Valley
Intermediate Choir (grades 6–8)
Our auditioned Intermediate Choir is our advanced training ensemble and is excellent for students in grades 6-8 with a passion for music, and any level of music experience. The choir performs locally 6-10 times per year, including an opportunity to participate in a regional mini-tour.
Fall Semester Schedule: September 1 - December 6, 2025
Spring Semester Schedule: January 25 - June 7, 2026
Tuesday: 6:30–8:00 p.m. Carmel Valley/ Del Mar
Sunday: 3:00–4:30 p.m. Mission Valley
PREMIER Choir (grades 7–12)
Premier Choir is the face of the San Diego Children’s Choir and participates in the highest profile performance opportunities, including annually with the San Diego Symphony. Youth in this auditioned advanced treble ensemble are experienced music readers and those with a strong commitment to choir. Choristers perform in 8-15 concerts each season, including local collaborative and high-profile performances. They also have the opportunity to participate in summer tours that alternate from national to international.
Fall Semester Schedule: September 1 - December 6, 2025
Spring Semester Schedule: January 25 - June 7, 2026
Sunday: 3:00–5:00 p.m. Mission Valley
youth chorale
(Grades 8–12)
Our Youth Chorale is a mixed voice ensemble for those in grades 8-12, with all levels of music reading experience, who are interested in minimal commitment outside of rehearsal. Choristers perform in 4-8 local concerts each season.
Fall Semester Schedule: September 1 - December 6, 2025
Spring Semester Schedule: January 25 - June 7, 2026
Tuesday: 6:30–8:30 p.m. Carmel Valley/ Del Mar
Chamber Choir (Grades 10–12)
Our auditioned Chamber Choir is for high school students in grades 10-12 who are strong music readers and committed to choir. Chamber choir collaborates regularly with local professional ensembles and perform in 8-15 concerts each season, including local collaborative and high-profile performances. They also have the opportunity to participate in summer tours that alternate from national to international.
Fall Semester Schedule: September 1 - December 6, 2025
Spring Semester Schedule: January 25 - June 7, 2026
Sunday: 5:30–7:00 p.m. Mission Valley