Masterpieces of music from all styles and time periods form the foundation for musical learning and serve as the basis for the curriculum of Chanticleer. The young singers are offered the opportunity to work with adult professional musicians in many areas of artistry. They have presented and toured two small operas with members of the Larry Parsons Chorale, appeared with West Virginia Public Radio performers Larry Groce and Carole Carter and with members of the WVU African Percussion and Dance ensembles, and have twice been invited to appear at the Governor’s Summit on Volunteerism. In the spring of 1998, the chorus toured West Virginia. In June 2000, the Chamber Chorus made a successful tour of Scotland singing six concerts, including St. Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh and in Durham, England. This past year’s Holiday Concert shared the stage with 8 harpists, ages 7-12 from the Cincinnati Strings Academy Harp Ensemble.

The personal and musical challenges presented to the choristers help in developing their musical sensitivity, poise, self-confidence, perseverance and a loving understanding of art.