The arts programs at the Sheridan County YMCA look to give a positive growth experience to the youth of Sheridan county.
Sheridan Youth County Choir
In January 2019, the Sheridan County Children’s Chorale reinvented itself as the Sheridan County Youth Choir (SCYC). Taught by Stephanie Zukowski, Tyler Rogers, and accompanied by JoAnn Lilley, the SCYC is made up of the Sheridan County Boys Choir and the Sheridan County Girls Choir. The choirs rehearse separately and perform together.
The mission of the SCYC is to build and maintain an intrinsic connection between musicianship, community, and joy in each singer. All singers will learn about choral technique, build on their music literacy foundations, and have multiple performance opportunities with the SCYC. The choirs serve students between 3rd grade and 8th grade. (Note: Due to the Covid19 pandemic, the SCYC plans on admitting 9th grade singers for the 2020-2021 seasons!)
Admission to the choir is by audition only. Auditions are held in September and January. At auditions, interested singers will be asked to:
– Sing a scale (D4-D5 through F4-F5)
– Demonstrate two-tone pitch matching
– Sing either “Take Me Out To The Ballgame,” OR “My Country Tis Of Thee” (music is provided!)
Seasonal Programs
Choir
Both Boys and Girls Choir are available for grades 3-8. Students learn a wide repertoire of songs and styles in a fun and uplifting environment.
Cadets Drumline
The Cadets Drumline looks to sharpen music literacy skills and rhythmic proficiency for all young drummers. 1-2 seasonal performances are regularly scheduled.
Sunshine Singers
Sunshine singers is for young musicians who love to move, sing, play, and explore the versatile instrument that is their own voice. Our annual Christmas performance is at the WYO Theater.
Scriveners
Scriveners is for book enthusiasts and authors-in-training. We will read, analyze, and discuss several texts, as well as explore various elements of author’s craft.
Year-Round Programs
Piano Lessons
One on one piano instruction for beginner to intermediate pianists
Guitar Lessons
Small group (limit of 4) guitar lessons, aimed primarily at beginners
Crochet
Small group crochet instructions for artists of all ability levels.
Water Color Painting
Small group instruction for artists of all ability levels.
Afterschool Art at SAGE
Visual arts instruction with SAGE instructors
Vocal Point
Vocal foundations and music literacy group for ages 5-9. Non-auditioned.
African Marimba Ensemble
Learn individual and ensemble music skills while playing unique, accessible instruments.