For over 25 years, the Red Rose Children’s Choir and Lake County Boy’s Choir have been serving northeast Illinois children and their families. We offer a wide range of choral ensembles to help your student find their voice and develop a love of music as they grow. Students receive outstanding vocal instruction from energetic and experienced directors, all while making friends, building community, and carrying on a one-of-a-kind musical tradition. Sign up for an audition today and come sing with us!
Growing and Performing Together
Choral ensembles for students of every age from grades K-12 all in one place.
Learning the fundamentals of vocal performance
Students learn exemplary vocal technique while performing rich, high-quality literature from a variety of cultures
Becoming more than a choir
Rich traditions help students build friendships and connect with each other through music.
Performing for the world
Students learn exemplary vocal technique while Past choirs have performed in numerous countries including Italy, Austria, Ireland, England, Norway, Sweden, Spain, and Denmark
More about Red Rose
“The Red Rose Children’s Choir is one of the leading children’s choirs of America. Having worked with this choir many times, I have found them to be very musical, engaging, moving and artistic. They sing with an unusual maturity of sound. Their energy and enthusiasm for music making is very contagious.”
Dr. Henry H. Leck, Associate Professor of Choral Music, Director of Choral Activities, Butler University, Founder and Artistic Director of Indianapolis Children’s Choirst Board President
“The Red Rose Children’s Choir is one of the most vibrant choral organizations in Illinois! There is a positive and uplifting energy with this group that is incredibly exciting. Sharon and Jacquelyn’s masterful teaching and impeccable musicianship make Red Rose an unmatchable educational experience for young singers, and more importantly….. young people! The sense of community and common purpose that Red Rose creates is truly inspiring. If you want your child to grow artistically through musical performance, join Red Rose!”
Dr. Ryan T. Nelson, Northwestern University
From past singers and parents…
“Our time with Red Rose Children’s Choir is some of the best of our lives and one of the best decisions we made as parents. Congratulations and thank you for bringing 20 years of beautiful music, wonderful memories and lifetime friendships to so many children and their families.”
Betsy Popovich – Past Board President
“I love RRCLC because for one, the directors. They are so kind, friendly, and helpful, and they’ve taught me so much about singing. How to open my mouth, how to breathe, and os on. I also lie Red Rose Children’s Choir because I get to see all of my friends and we get to sing together. I love being a third in RRCCLC.”
Chloe Langford – Concert Choir
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