2025 Summer Solstice Concert: All My Relations
Does your child come alive at the sound of music? Are car rides filled with impromptu concerts and bath times soundtracked by their own personal melodies?
The Syracuse Community Youth Choir could be the perfect place to nurture their love of singing! In our choir, children learn to develop their voices, build confidence performing with others, and make lasting friendships – all while having a blast singing amazing songs.
We offer a supportive and nurturing environment where your child can explore the joy of music making and discover their unique talent.
Rehearsals for the Youth Choir starts on Tuesday, April 1.
For children between ages 5 to 12 years old.
This season Youth Choir will be developing principles of peace and justice while exploring the theme “All My Relations,” based on the philosophy and values of the Haudenosaunee people.
Cost: Suggested sliding scale donation of $5-10 per week, no one turned away for lack of funds.
Families may pay weekly or for the full season (10 rehearsals).
Syracuse Community Children’s Choir PayPal
We also accept cash or make a check to Syracuse Community Choir (memo for Youth Choir).
Youth Choir Spring 2025 Schedule
We rehearse every Tuesday after school until 5:15 pm at 601 Allen Street unless otherwise noted.
3:45 – 4:00 Arrival
4:00 – 4:15 Opening Circle
4:15 – 5:15 Musical Instruction
Rehearsal Dates
April 1
April 8
April 15
April 22 @ Onondaga Nation School, NY-11A, Nedrow, NY 13120
April 29
May 6
May 13 @ Onondaga Nation School, NY-11A, Nedrow
May 20, 2025
May 27, 2025
May 31: Summer Solstice Concert Saturday rehearsal @ The Onondaga Nation 10:45 am arrive, rehearsal 11:00 am-1:00 pm
June 1, 2025: Summer Concert @ The Onondaga Nation School (more details to come)
Meet Your Directors
Mary Nickson - Youth Choir and Teen Choir Director
Bio of Mary coming soon.
Kelly Meehan - Youth Choir Director
Kelly is a passionate and experienced music educator and freelance musician based in Central New York. With a Master’s in Music Education from SUNY Buffalo State and a Bachelor’s from Ithaca College, Kelly is a New York State Certified K-12 music teacher who has worked with students of all ages and skill levels. A versatile musician with a background in classical, jazz, musical theater, and new age music, Kelly has studied under prominent instructors such as Holly McCormack, Patrice Pastore, and Kim Nazarian. In addition to teaching, she performs with a local band, playing at various venues around Central New York and Syracuse. Kelly is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated, and her approach to teaching is inspired by a continual alignment with justice and growth. Outside of music, she enjoys being in nature, hiking, baking, and dancing.
Do you have a child interested in singing in the Youth Choir
We are an inclusive and accessible space. Please let us know when registering if you have questions or require accommodations. A Choir director will get back to you soon to answer your questions and provide you with more information.
