Our Story
The Kettering Children’s Choir is a choral organization founded in 1986 by Dr. Natalie DeHorn that is dedicated to educating talented, young singers, ages 8–18. Based in the Miami Valley as an Ensemble-in-Residence at Wright State University, singers build an appreciation for musical excellence through structured musical training using the Kodaly method, high quality standards of artistic performance, and music appreciation. Rehearsals and performances take place throughout the Miami Valley. Tuition assistance is available to ensure all young singers have the opportunity to grow in vocal technique, build friendships, and experience professional performances.
KCC Membership
The Choir is meant to be a positive learning experience for the singers, one that they will carry with them throughout their lifetime. The members of the Choir should learn the meaning of “commitment” and “responsibility.” They should feel a sense of pride at being in this very special Choir and not take their membership lightly. Enrollment in KCC is for the season which begins in August and generally concludes with the Spring Concert. Each member is expected to remain active and committed to the program for the entire term. These young people will be sharing some wonderful times together both musically and socially.
Registration & Tuition
Open auditions are held each spring for new singers entering the organization and for singers preparing to move to the next Choir level.
Auditions are for TREBLE voices, ages 8-18 (Chorus, Chorale, Concert Choir) and for TENOR/BASS voices (Cantamus).
Singers who are interested in joining should contact us for a private audition: ketteringcc@gmail.com
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Next open audition: Tuesday, January 7, 2025 5:00pm-7:00pm
Creative Arts Center of Wright State University
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No special preparation is necessary.
KCC Choir Details
Chorus
TREBLE Voices 1
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Focus on pitch matching, independence on singing a round, and some skill in note reading
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Rehearsals are on Tuesdays from 5:00 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. at Wright State University Creative Arts Center, Room 180
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Tuition: $500
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Uniforms:
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Girls: $130, must be ordered through KCC
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Boys: Approx. $50, suggest Price stores
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Chorale
TREBLE Voices 2
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Focus on pitch matching, melodic accuracy, independence in singing a round, and skill in note reading
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Rehearsals are on Tuesdays from 5:15 p.m. to 7:05 p.m. at Wright State University Creative Arts Center, Room 190
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Tuition: $500
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Uniforms:
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Girls: $130, must be ordered through KCC
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Boys: Approx. $50, suggest Price stores
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Concert Choir
TREBLE Voices 3
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Focus on tonal memory, vocal exercises (test flexibility and responsiveness to instruction), independent singing, and sight-reading
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Rehearsals are on Tuesdays from 5:00 t0 7:05 p.m. at Wright State University Creative Arts Center, Room 104​​
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Tuition: $500
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Uniforms: $130, must be ordered through KCC
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One or more tours per year
Cantamus
TENOR/BASS Voices​
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Focus on rhythm, tonal memory, melodic reading, and ensemble blend
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Rehearsals are on Tuesdays from 5:00 to 7:05 p.m. at Wright State University Creative Arts Center, Recital Hall​​
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Tuition: $500​
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Uniform: Suit $130, must be ordered through KCC
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One or more tours per year
Mission Statement
Vision Statement
The Kettering Children’s Choir is a choral organization whose mission is to educate the talented young singers of the Miami Valley and to build an appreciation for musical excellence.
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The Kettering Children’s Choir will be known throughout Ohio as a premier vocal ensemble and choral school with structured musical training and high quality standards of artistic performance and music appreciation. Participation of talented school-age singers will be sought throughout the Miami Valley region offering opportunities for:
Growth in vocal technique
Experience and performance in ensemble choral singing at the highest artistic level
Exposure to multi-cultural repertoire as well as traditional literature
Regional and international travel related to performance
The creation of a “singing heart” in each child
The Kettering Children’s Choir is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, inclusion, and acceptance.
As an organization, we embrace what makes each of our singers unique. Singers explore diversity in both membership and repertoire performed. We believe our differences (age, race, ethnicity, disability, creed, sexual orientation, or gender identity) bind us together, make us stronger, and provide opportunities to build personal friendships with others outside of our community.
All singers and staff members have a responsibility to continually treat others with dignity and respect, and all are expected to exhibit conduct that reflects inclusion and acceptance.