Training Choirs (6-12)

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Training Choirs

The Training Choirs make up the junior division of the Toronto Children’s Chorus. The Training Choir program is separated into five distinct choirs: Miro, Spirito, Pasio, Anima, and Coro.

Here, young singers learn the foundational skills needed to become exceptional performers, with an emphasis on musical theory, vocal pedagogy, sight singing, teamwork, and performance skills. Choristers in each choir rehearse once per week from September to the beginning of May, and perform in concerts throughout the season--including in all-choir performances (notably our annual holiday concert at Roy Thomson Hall, and our end-of-season concert at the George Weston Recital Hall).

Training Choir Music Theory

Music theory plays an integral role in the development of young musicians. Starting at the Pasio level, choristers are introduced to the enriching world of 'A Young Singer's Journey' theory books. These meticulously designed resources serve as a valuable tool, allowing choristers to master basic components of musical literacy and deepen their understanding of
the musical language. The first book is included in the tuition cost. Should choristers require additional books during the season, each subsequent theory book can be purchased through the TCC.

Miro

Classes take place weekly on Mondays 5:30 – 6:30 pm
Miro and Spirito runs from September to May.
Choristers will:
- Learn and memorize approximately 12 songs throughout the season.
- Perform in three (3) TCC concerts throughout the year.
- Be introduced to basic theory and sight-singing concepts.
- Participate in the TCC’s annual Sing Loo! fundraiser.

Spirito

Classes take place weekly on Mondays 5:30 – 6:30 pm
Miro and Spirito runs from September to May.
Choristers will:
- Learn and memorize approximately 16 songs throughout the season.
- Perform in three (3) TCC concerts throughout the year.
- Be introduced to basic theory and sight-singing concepts.
- Participate in the TCC’s annual Sing Loo! fundraiser.

Pasio

Rehearsals take place weekly on Mondays from 5:30 to 7:00 PM. Choristers must arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of the rehearsal to complete sight-singing.
Pasio runs from September to May.
Choristers will:
- Learn and memorize approximately 16 unison songs in a variety of languages that are more complex than the songs taught in Spirito.
- Perform in three (3) TCC concerts throughout the year.
- Begin to learn theory and sight-singing and will be assigned theory homework.
- Participate in the TCC’s annual Sing Loo! fundraiser.

Anima

Rehearsals take place weekly on Wednesdays from 5:30 to 7:00 PM. Choristers must arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of the rehearsal to complete sight-singing.
Anima runs from September to May.
Choristers will:
- Learn and memorize approximately 20 songs in unison and two-parts, including rounds and songs with simple harmony.
- Perform in three (3) TCC concerts throughout the year.
- Continue to learn theory and sight-singing and will be assigned weekly theory homework.
- Participate in the TCC’s annual Sing Loo! fundraiser.

Coro

Rehearsals take place weekly on Wednesdays from 5:15 to 7:15 PM. Choristers must arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of the rehearsal to complete sight-singing.
Coro runs from September to May.
Choristers will:
- Learn and memorize approximately 20 songs in two-parts and three-parts, and in multiple languages.
- Perform in three (3) TCC concerts, represent the TCC at the Ontario Junior Treble Festival, and take part in select run-out appearances.
- Continue to learn sight-singing and theory (YSJ Level 3/4) and will be assigned weekly homework.
- Expand and apply their knowledge of the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA).
- Participate in the TCC’s annual Sing Loo fundraiser.

Our next official audition period will be in September, 2024. Please fill out an Interest Form to be notified when audition registration has opened, and to get first access to audition slots.