TheVivace Youth Chorus of San Jose is achoral program for children from ages four to eighteen. Youth from throughout theSilicon Valley participate in six program levels. The chorus offers a well-rounded program that balances vocal training, music theory, and performances. Upper choir levels take part in choral festivals and tours. Choristers gain exposure to various musical genres, from traditional folk to classical, jazz, and contemporary. The chorus collaborates with area composers and musicians, as well as with other ensembles, includingOpera San Jose and San Jose Symphonic Choir.[1][2]
Music education at Vivace Youth Chorus is guided by the principles of theKodály Method, which was developed inHungary during the mid-twentieth century and named after Hungarian composer and educatorZoltán Kodály (1882–1967).
Vivace Youth Chorus was founded in 2003 by Artistic Director Peggy Spool.
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