Eligibility
We welcome students from a broad region in the Wilmington, Delaware area. No prior music experience is required!
The Choir School’s after-school program meets four days per week, Monday-Thursday. Students travel directly from school to the Choir School, where they enjoy a meal, study hall, homework help, mentoring, and interdisciplinary activities before choir rehearsal. Dismissal times are between 6:30 and 8:30pm, depending on the student’s age and daily schedule. Limited transporation assistance is available.
To enroll at the Choir School, students must meet the following requirements:
- Must be between the ages of 7 and 17
- Must live in the greater Wilmington, Delaware region
- Must complete a preliminary meeting
Program Cost
The Choir School is committed to ensuring that our afterschool program is accessible and affordable for all families. Tuition is $400 per year. Full scholarships are available after applying for Purchase of Care through the State of Delaware. Our staff is ready to assist with your Purchase of Care application.
Please contact Sophia DiLeo at 302-543-8657 or sdileo@choirschoolofdelaware.org to learn more.
Expectations from Students & Families
Academic Excellence
- Attend weekly one-on-one mentoring meetings
- Participate in after school study hall at least one day a week
- Participate in enrichment activities, including community outreach
Practice & Performance
- Attend two or three evening rehearsals per week
- Attend weekly piano and voice lessons
- Perform in weekend concerts from September through June
Family Engagement
- Review the choir schedule
- Participate in scheduled rehearsals, services and concerts
- Communicate limited but necessary absences to the Choir School staff
The Application Process
The application process starts with a “hearing.” A hearing is an informal opportunity to get to know the child that requires no preparation and no prior music experience.
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The Hearing
Your child’s hearing will last for approximately 30 minutes. It is designed to acquaint our team with your child’s strengths and areas for growth. No preparation is needed and no musical background is required.
The hearing will focus on the following areas:
- Deportment: professional conduct, including posture and concentration
- Singing: pitch, range and rhythm
- Reading: accuracy and word recognition
- Discipline: following instruction and willingness to learn
Ready to Apply?
If you think that your child and your family are a good fit for the Choir School, start the enrollment process by completing this form!
Enroll a StudentFunding for this Nita M Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers program is provided by the US Department of Education and administered by the Delaware Department of Education.
