The Choristers Guild Institute is a training program for leaders of children's and youth choirs (K-8th). Each summer, participants receive week-long, intensive instruction and mentoring from a faculty composed of outstanding teachers and clinicians.
The program is designed to strengthen directors’ musical, instructional and program planning skills and equip them to provide quality musical experiences for children to grow. Graduates of the program become part of a close and supportive nationwide network of Institute alumni.
Who Should Attend
Scholarships
A limited number of partial and full scholarships are available for Choristers Guild Institute attendees. Scholarship applications must be submitted by Wednesday, April 30, 2025. Go to our Scholarships page for application requirements.
2025 Faculty
Classes are taught by knowledgeable faculty with a wealth of training and experiences. Our faculty list will be updated when available.
Curriculum
With classes geared expressly for those teaching and directing children’s choirs, you will finish the week with:
• Understanding of Choral Methods, Pedagogy and Conducting
• Experience planning choir rehearsals
• Full toolbox-for-teaching
• Solid repertoire suggestions
• Setting up a rehearsal room w/ visuals
• Ideas for shaping a choir program
• Colleagues & Mentors for the future