activities · 12
what they do
direct service · 9
- Choral Camps Youth Choral Education & Performance ProgramsOrganizes 3-day choral camps each Fall in Prescott, Arizona, and in Williams at the start of the season, for choristers to connect with the community and prepare for the upcoming season.
- Choral Camps and Workshops Youth Choral Education & Performance ProgramsOrganizes 3-day choral camps each Fall in Prescott, Arizona, and an overnight camp in Williams at the start of the season for choristers to connect with the community and prepare for the upcoming season. Additionally, provides annual one-day choral workshops in Flagstaff or Tucson for Canto ensemble choristers with local conductors.
- Choral Camps and Workshops Youth Choral Education & Performance ProgramsOrganizes 3-day choral camps each Fall in Prescott, Arizona, and an overnight camp in Williams at the start of the season, for choristers to connect with the community and prepare for the upcoming season.
- Choral Education and Performance Programs Youth Choral Education & Performance ProgramsOperates six performing choirs and two music exploration classes for children and youth in grades K-12, offering weekly rehearsals and classes from August to May. Programs include Poco Voce for K-3, Vivo for grades 2-5, Vivace for grades 5-8, and auditioned programs like PCC Downtown for grades 3-12, which include touring ensembles, overnight camps, and music literacy classes. These programs provide choral education, performance opportunities, and develop skills in reading, writing, and improvising music.
- Choral Education and Performance Programs Youth Choral Education & Performance ProgramsOperates six performing choirs and two music exploration classes for children and youth in grades K-12, offering weekly rehearsals and classes from August to May. These programs provide choral education, basic musical literacy, singing techniques, and performance opportunities, impacting 3,000 children annually through outreach, clinics, festivals, and workshops across 81 zip codes and 164 schools.
- Choral Education and Performance Programs Youth Choral Education & Performance ProgramsOperates six performing choirs and two music exploration classes for children and youth in grades K-12, offering weekly rehearsals and classes from August to May. These programs include Poco Voce for K-3, Vivo for grades 2-5, Vivace for grades 5-8, and auditioned programs like PCC Downtown for grades 3-12, providing choral education, music literacy, and performance opportunities.
- Domestic and International Touring Choral and Orchestral Concert PerformancesConducts annual domestic and international concert tours for choristers in the Cadenza and Encore ensembles, providing cultural and musical experiences to countries including Germany, Australia, Italy, China, Ireland, Argentina, and Russia. Also organizes annual travel for Bravo ensemble choristers to participate in the Choirs of America Festival in southern California.
- Domestic and International Touring Choral and Orchestral Concert PerformancesProvides cultural and musical experiences through domestic and international touring for its Cadenza and Encore choirs to countries including Germany, Australia, Italy, China, Ireland, Argentina, and Russia.
- Performance and Touring Opportunities Choral and Orchestral Concert PerformancesProvides performance opportunities for choir members, including winter and spring concerts, performing the National Anthem at Arizona Diamondbacks games, and domestic and international tours for various ensembles to countries such as Germany, Australia, Italy, China, Ireland, Argentina, and Russia.
capacity building · 3
- Music Educator Professional Development Music Educator Professional Development & Peer Mentorship ProgramsOffers a 3-day workshop for music educators focused on research-based music teaching methods, providing professional development certificates for 18 hours of training to participants and impacting 300 music educators annually.
- Music Educator Professional Development Music Educator Professional Development & Peer Mentorship ProgramsOffers a 3-day workshop for music educators focused on research-based music teaching methods, providing professional development certificates for 18 hours of training to participants. This program impacts 300 music educators annually.
- Music Educator Professional Development Music Educator Professional Development & Peer Mentorship ProgramsOffers a 3-day workshop for music educators focused on research-based music teaching methods, providing professional development certificates for 18 hours of training to approximately 300 participants annually.
strategies · 11
how they think
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- Cultural Exchange and Global Citizenship through Performance cultural_exchange_through_musicThe organization utilizes domestic and international performance tours and varied artistic programming as a mechanism to broaden choristers' cultural understanding, develop global citizenship, and provide professional performance experience. Collaborative exchanges with local music groups and communities during tours further enhance this cultural learning.
- Cultural Exchange and Global Citizenship through Performance cultural_exchange_through_musicThe organization utilizes domestic and international performance tours and varied artistic programming as a mechanism to broaden choristers' cultural understanding, develop global citizenship, and provide professional performance experience. This includes collaborative exchanges with local music groups and communities.
- Holistic Music Education and Skill Development holistic_music_educationThe organization employs a comprehensive approach to music education, focusing on developing musical literacy, vocal technique, and performance skills. This includes teaching music fundamentals, healthy singing techniques, reading, writing, dictation, audiation, and improvisation, with the goal of fostering independent, confident, and lifelong musicians.
- Holistic Music Education and Skill Development holistic_music_educationThe organization employs a comprehensive approach to music education that goes beyond vocal training to include music literacy (reading, writing, dictation, audiation, improvisation), fundamental music concepts, and healthy vocal techniques. This holistic method aims to develop independent, confident, and lifelong musicians with a deep appreciation for music.
- Holistic Music Education and Skill Development holistic_music_educationThe organization employs a comprehensive approach to music education, focusing on developing musical literacy, vocal technique, and performance skills. This includes teaching music fundamentals, healthy singing techniques, reading, writing, dictation, audiation, and improvisation, with the goal of fostering independent, literate musicians and supporting a lifetime of singing.
- Inclusive and Accessible Choral Programs inclusive_accessible_educationThe organization designs and implements inclusive and adaptive choral programs, ensuring access to quality music education for all children, regardless of ability or socioeconomic background. This approach aims to foster self-esteem, teamwork, and cultural understanding by removing barriers to participation and providing opportunities for diverse groups.
- Inclusive and Accessible Choral Programs inclusive_accessible_educationThe organization is committed to providing inclusive and accessible music education and performance opportunities for all children, regardless of ability or socioeconomic background. This includes adaptive programs for children with disabilities, open enrollment without auditions, and community-anchored programs to reduce barriers to participation.
- Inclusive and Accessible Program Design inclusive_accessible_designThe organization designs its programs to be inclusive and accessible to all children, regardless of ability or socioeconomic background. This includes offering adaptive programs for children with disabilities, providing quality instruction without auditions, and establishing community-anchored programs to reduce barriers to participation, thereby fostering self-esteem, teamwork, and cultural understanding.
- Youth Development through Choral Arts youth_developmentBeyond musical instruction, the organization focuses on developing essential life skills in choristers, such as discipline, confidence, teamwork, and professional presentation. By fostering a safe and inclusive environment, building community, and emphasizing the value of practice, the program aims to cultivate well-rounded individuals and lifelong relationships.
- Youth Development through Community and Confidence Building youth_developmentBeyond musical training, the organization focuses on the holistic development of choristers by fostering a sense of community, building friendships, and enhancing individual confidence. This is achieved through collaborative activities, personalized attention, and creating a supportive environment where each child's voice is valued.
- Youth Development through Performance and Community youth_development_through_artsThe organization fosters personal growth, confidence, and social-emotional learning in choristers by creating a supportive community, building professional rapport, and providing diverse performance opportunities. This approach aims to develop discipline, teamwork, stage presence, and lifelong relationships while instilling the value of practice and collaboration.
named programs · 7
what they call their work
Bravo
An intermediate high school choir for grades 9-12 that emphasizes excellence in choral music.
Cadenza
An advanced touring middle school choir for grades 6-8, known for diverse and challenging repertoire.
Canto
An intermediate choir for grades 5-8 that teaches music literacy concepts and choral singing techniques.
Dolce
An auditioned ensemble for 16-24 choristers from Bravo and Encore, focusing on small ensemble performance techniques.
Encore
PCC’s flagship touring choir for grades 10-12, focusing on extensive training in music literacy and choral technique.
Poco Voce
A music exploration class for children in grades K-2 that develops basic musical literacy and vocal skills.
Presto
PCC’s youngest performing choir for grades 2-5, focusing on foundational singing techniques and teamwork.
relationships · 28
who they work with
- AZ School for the Arts Partner — Alumna Katherine Rosenfeld is a Choir Teacher at AZ School for the Arts.
- Antara Korai Partner — Collaborated during the 2023 tour to Madrid, Seville, and Barcelona, Spain
- Arizona Arts Education Research Institute Partner — Cites the institute's report on arts education in Arizona.
- Arizona Diamondbacks Partner — Provides a venue for National Anthem performances.
- Australian Girls Choir Partner — Collaborated during the 2018 tour to Brisbane and Sydney, Australia
- BCS National Championship Partner — Hosted a performance by the Dolce ensemble.
- Betty Fairfax High School Partner — Students from the chorus have become leaders in the school's music program.
- Chanticleer Partner — Provided a masterclass during the 2013 tour to San Francisco, California
- Chicago Children’s Choir Partner — Engaged in a collaboration during the 2011 tour to Chicago, Illinois
- Copper Canyon High School Partner — Alumna Tamika Boyett is a Choir and Piano Teacher at the school.
- Dr. Carol Krueger Partner — Inspiring educator who shares her approach to building literate and independent musicians at the workshop.
- Florida Singing Sons Partner — Collaborated during the 2022 tour to Miami, Florida
- Highland Lakes School Partner — Hosts Poco Voce classes on Wednesdays.
- Highland Lakes School Partner — Hosts rehearsals for the Northwest Valley program.
- Miami Children's Chorus Partner — Collaborated during the 2022 tour to Miami, Florida
- Northwest Girlchoir Partner — Collaborated during the 2024 tour to Vancouver, Portland, and Seattle
- One Voice Children’s Choir Partner — Collaborated during the 2016 tour to Salt Lake City, Utah
- Orpheus Male Chorus Partner — Collaborates for concerts celebrating multi-generational singing.
- PGA Phoenix Open Partner — Hosted a performance by the Dolce ensemble.
- Phoenix Bible Church Partner — Hosts Poco Voce classes on Tuesdays.
- Phoenix Bible Church Partner — Hosts rehearsals for the Premier Program Downtown.
- Phoenix Bible Church Partner — Hosts weekly rehearsals for the chorus.
- Phoenix Chorale Partner — Alumna Katherine Rosenfeld is a singer with the Phoenix Chorale.
- Phoenix Sister Cities Partner — Collaborates with Phoenix Sister Cities on international tours to locations including Ennis, Ireland; Hermosillo, Mexico; Rome and Catania, Italy; and Himeji, Japan
- Piedmont East Bay Children's Choir Partner — Collaborated during the 2013 tour to San Francisco, California
- San Diego Children’s Choir Partner — Collaborated during the 2021 tour to San Diego, California
- Valdosta State University Partner — Dr. Carol Krueger, retired Director of Choral Activities at Valdosta State University, observed rehearsals and worked with PCC faculty.
- Vancouver Youth Choir Partner — Collaborated during the 2024 tour to Vancouver, Portland, and Seattle