The Bach Children's Chorus
Rochester's Traditional Music Ensemble for Children Age 8-16
The Bach Children's Chorus is western New York's most respected children's classical music ensemble. The chorus appears regularly with the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra, the Rochester Chamber Orchestra, Mercury Opera Rochester, and other area ensembles. The girls and boys in the group range in age from 8 to 16. and are known in Rochester's arts community as the best young singers in the area.
The BCC selects its members through rigorous audition each spring. Their repertoire consists of classical and folk music in many languages from the 18th through the 21st centuries. The children meet weekly for rehearsals throughout the academic year.
In addition to a busy concert schedule, the BCC is in demand for special performances for corporate and civic special events. Plus, each spring, the group tours to a prominent location for performances: Recent venues have included St. Patrick's Cathedral in New York City and the National Cathedral in Washington, DC.
The BCC was founded by its current director, Karla Krogstad, in 1989. The Chorus moved to its current residence at Nazareth College in 2001. Over 1300 students have sung in the BCC.
Special Announcement for New Year's Eve 2008! The Bach Children's Chorus, in conjunction with Rochester's 175th Anniversary Celebration Commission, is preparing a special song for Rochester children to perform downtown on New Year's Eve 2008, at 9pm. We have gathered 175 Rochester children between the ages of 6 and 17 to perform with us. At this time, our enrollment is full. However, we are accepting children for our waiting list in case some of those who have enrolled cannot do the performance. Click here for more information about the event and how to enroll your child on the waiting list.