Pacific Youth Choir, Portland, OR

For over two decades, the Pacific Youth Choir (PYC) youth choral program and leadership team have been a beacon of musical excellence in the Portland metro area. Annually serving hundreds of students aged 5-19, they have established themselves as one of the most esteemed youth choral programs on the West Coast.

United In Song

They focus on reflecting the children in the choirs, their community, and the greater world by

• Performing diverse repertoire from various cultures and traditions

• Showcasing composers and texts from underrepresented groups

• Having an inclusive choir culture, fostering acceptance and equity

Musical Excellence for All

They are committed to artistic excellence and equitable access to quality music education.

• High-level choral opportunities performing solo concerts, as well as with the Oregon Symphony, Pink Martini, and other collaborators

• Acclaimed conductors with national reputations

• Expansion of school-based choral education programs for elementary students throughout the Portland metro area

• Developmentally appropriate instruction methods

Nurturing the Whole Musician

They are committed to educating and developing students beyond musical abilities.

• Greater discipline and character are formed as students explore different cultures and perspectives through music

• Empathy and care is deepened as they invest in relationships with other members of the PYC community

• They are creating a community of singers who come from a variety of backgrounds and identities