Young Voices of Colorado

Help a Child Find Their Voice

A song. A friendship. The confidence to shine.

At Young Voices of Colorado, children discover what their voices can do, and who they can become. With caring teachers and friends beside them, they grow as musicians, build confidence, and experience the joy of belonging.

More than 36 years ago, founder Jena Dickey began with just 35 singers and a simple belief: every child can sing beautifully when taught with love and encouragement. That belief still guides us today.

Your gift helps carry that promise forward. You support inspiring musical experiences and scholarships that help children participate when their families cannot afford tuition.

Give today and help the next young voice soar.

 The Love That Started It All 

Meet our founder, Jena Dickey, and discover the heart behind Young Voices of Colorado.

Dr. Armstrong complimented me on my ‘smarkle’ today!! After rehearsal he said to me, ‘I love watching you sing; you’re so expressive and your eyes are always on me’. I owe that to YVC :) Thank you Jena!!!

Sofia Vyhmeister Sophmore, St Olaf College

"The world will be a better place when more children learn to sing together."  ~  Founder and Artistic Director Jena Dickey

"If you have ever wondered what an angel choir would sound like, you should hear Young Voices of Colorado."  ~  Susan Dage-Ruby, Douglas County News Press

"The joyous beautiful sound and excellence in every aspect of your program are breathtaking." ~  Dr. Cindy McCaskill, past president, Colorado Music Educators

Mission

Our mission is to achieve excellence in children's choral music through education and performance.

Our energetic atmosphere develops choral artistry, expressive singing, and music literacy, while providing singers with extraordinary performance opportunities.

Our hope is to develop leadership, commitment, and a choral home for each of our singers.

Testimonials

"One of the best sounds & sights in the world is 200 children on stage singing their hearts out.  There is more hope for the future in that sound than in any other.  That is YVC."  ~  YVC Board member

"What I love about YVC is I feel like I have a way to express myself. Choir creates a space where I feel safe and confident to be myself." - Shea, YVC Alum

"YVC is a place to connect and be together through music despite our differences." - Chiara, YVC Singer

"The relationships I built in Young Voices are the most important things I will carry with me for the rest of my life" - Aezlyn, YVC Alum

"Even though I've sung in many choirs, Young Voices is an entirely new and amazing experience. I haven't been a part of many communities as encouraging, positive, and friendly as Young Voices . I am so grateful to be able to make beautiful music with the incredible friends I've made, and I always leave rehearsals with a smile on my face and a song in my head." - Sofia, YVC Singer