Bel Canto Community Choir
Spring/Summer Session


Join us for a choir experience geared towards ADULTS and TEENS! The benefits of choral singing go beyond musicianship and extend to physical and emotional well being. In our Community Choir, we will sing various genres of music with the focus being on fun! Absolutely no musical experience required, no audition, and you will NEVER be asked to sing alone!



BRAND NEW! - We now have an ONLINE OPTION! Sing from the comfort and convenience of your own home and join us in person when you can!

Rehearsals will be held at the Homewood Science Center, 18022 Dixie Hwy in Homewood.

Thursdays - 5/9 - 7/18 - 6:30 - 7:30
No Rehearsal July 4th
There will be 2 outdoor performances, TBD
Tuition - $120 (Includes T-Shirt)
Director: Carrie Bonanotte

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Bel Canto
Children’s Choir Program

With ensembles for children ages 5-15, Bel Canto is the largest children’s community choir in the south suburbs of Chicago. In our classes, students will develop a love for singing, artistry, and expression through engaging repertoire and inspiring rehearsals. Each student will have the opportunity to perform at community events and celebrations as well as end of session concerts.

Our next session runs from 1/30 - 4/25/2024 with our concert scheduled for April 28th at 3:00.

All classes meet at the Homewood Science Center,
18022 Dixie Hwy in Homewood, IL.

Tuition Assistance and Payment Plans are available to ensure access to our programming for ALL students.
See class descriptions below.

Ensembles

  • Children's Choir

    In Children’s Choir, students ages 5-7 will develop a love for singing, artistry, and expression through engaging repertoire, movement, and musical games. Emphasis is placed on finding the child’s natural singing voice and instilling confidence through a supportive environment. Students will also learn music literacy and aural skills using the popular Solfege method. Please click here to listen to a sample from our youngest musicians.

    Thursdays 4:15 - 5:00, 2/1 - 4/25
    Concert 4/28 at 3:00
    Tuition - $205
    Director: Angeline Pope

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  • Youth Choir

    In Youth Choir, students 8 to 12 will learn about their vocal anatomy and how the voice works. Students will learn how to properly warm up their voices to sing as well as techniques for expanding breath control and range. There will be a strong emphasis on learning to read music as it applies to choral works as well as sight-reading, the ability to learn music without having heard it first. Students will apply these newly-developed skills as they learn repertoire from a variety of genres. Please click here to listen to a sample of our fine musicians.

    Tuesdays, 4:15 - 5:15, 1/30 - 4/23
    Concert 4/28 at 3:00
    Tuition - $225
    Director: Carrie Bonanotte

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  • Concert Choir

    Concert Choir is an ensemble for singers 12 and up, or by audition for children who are 11. Previous participation in the Bel Canto Youth Choir for 2 years or private lessons on an instrument qualify 11 year old students to audition for this group. In Concert Choir, students will continue to focus on music literacy while learning to perform music that is of greater technical difficulty. Students considering this ensemble should be highly motivated to practice their music on their own as well as interested in taking their own stage presence to an advanced level. Please click here to listen to a sample of our Concert Choir.

    Tuesdays - 5:30 - 6:30, 1/30 - 4/23
    Concert 4/28 at 3:00
    Tuition - $225
    Director: Carrie Bonanotte

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MISS ANGIE’S MUSIC MAKERS - MIXED AGE

Participate with your child in singing, chanting, moving, dancing, listening and playing simple percussion instruments. Activities will bridge the natural connection between music and movement, improve listening abilities, and increase exposure and appreciation to different types of music. The class is 45 minutes and is designed for child and adult to participate in together.
Ages 1-5
Thursdays 3/14 - 4/18, 5:15 - 6:00
No class 3/28
Tuition - $65
Instructor - Angeline Pope

Improv with South of Chi Productions

Are you ready to laugh?! Most comedians you know and love have taken improv classes, and now it is YOUR chance! We will learn about teamwork, confidence, public speaking, and creative thinking. Our eight weeks together will be filled with new exercises and games that will end in a show for loved ones! No experience needed! All participants will perform in an Improv Show for friends and family on Sat. April 13th, 2024.

Classes meet Wednesdays 2/7 - 4/10
No class March 6 or 27th.
Show April 13th
Tuition: $130
Kidprov (ages 8-12) 4:00 - 5:00
Teenprov (13 - 18) 5:00 - 6:00

Instructor: Kate Wiersema