Category: Holiday Concert

There is a very exciting change happening in one of the oldest youth choral training programs in Triangle. The former Raleigh Boychoir, now in its 55th year, has been transformed into the Raleigh Youth Choir. Kudos to the leadership, board, donors, and the arts organizations who have backed this necessary evolution. This new iteration includes six separate choirs that fulfill a myriad of vocal and musical developmental stages and is not limited to children identifying as male.

On Friday evening, we heard one of the first concerts by this newly expanded organization. Rest assured, the opportunity for boys is still flourishing, but the Raleigh Youth Choir is sure to bring many more options and positive exposure for all young musicians of any gender identity.

The tastefully decorated Edenton Street United Methodist sanctuary was full to the brim with family and friends. Guests entered to the dulcet playing of harpist Angelyn Gallardo-Fánlo. Board President Dwayne Holloway introduced the Raleigh Youth Choir, stating that they are “exceedingly proud that [they’ve] now made a space for all.”