EDMOND YOUTH CHORUS
EYC is an honors chorus for students in 4th - 8th grades. Directed by Leah McDonald & Karissa Parkhurst, Pianist. Friendly auditions are held in July & August. Rehearsals are Mondays from 4:30-6:00. At Edmond Fine Arts. Students perform statewide Sept - May.
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THE EDMOND YOUTH CHORUS
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Whether your child is a seasoned singer or “just loves to sing”, the Edmond Youth Chorus is an outstanding opportunity and privilege for 4th - 8th grade students. Children from all over Edmond have been singing, learning and making friends in the Edmond Youth Chorus for 40 years.
Rehearsals: Mondays: August 24th. - May 10th from 4:30 – 6:00 pm at Edmond Fine Arts at 27 E. Edwards
Tuition: $525 paid in two payments of $260.50 (August & January) OR $472.50 (10% discount) if paid in full at registration. This includes aproximately 37 rehearsals lasting 1.5 hours each, breaking down the cost per hour to less than $9.
Tuition includes:
* 2 OKC Thunder tickets: $50 value (additional tickets may be available EFA price TBD)
*At least one payment must be paid by Sept. 1st
*Weekly vocal instruction and will learn a wide range of selected music such as contemporary, sacred, folk, patriotic, seasonal, and classical
*Multiple public performances throughout the year
Auditions: Friendly audition sign ups are open now.
Children are asked to sing a familiar tune and will be given music patterns to sing.
No more than two children at a time, and they will sing together and individually during the five-minute audition.
Singers do not need to have anything prepared in advance for the audition
EYC DIRECTOR
LEAH MCDONALD
“I am passionate when it comes to music and children. Because of my love for music, I especially enjoy sharing music with young people and helping them develop as musicians and a lifelong love of music. Music and art enhance self-esteem, self-awareness and fosters understanding between cultures. EYC students focus on music literacy, making music together and having fun!"
Get to Know Us
Leah McDonald teaches elementary music at Heritage Elementary. She graduated from OSU in Vocal Music Education, as well as a Masters degree in Vocal Pedagogy and Performance. Leah has also received graduate training in both Kodály and Orff methodologies. Leah has been named EPS Teacher of the Year, OkMEA Exemplary Teacher, Oklahoma Fine Arts Educator, and most recently received the 2025 OFE Medal for Excellence in Elementary Teaching.