Who We Are
Founded in 2001, Youth Chorus of Annapolis (YCA) is a community chorus that strives for vocal excellence, musical artistry, diversity in membership, and making a difference in the lives of young people by teaching the rewards of teamwork and service to the community.
Youth Chorus of Annapolis is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Maryland. Our dedicated leadership team includes a Managing Artistic Director, Assistant Director, Business Manager, and Accompanist, who work together to support our mission and programs.
Our Mission
The mission of Youth Chorus of Annapolis is to empower all young people to share their musical artistry confidently through diverse performances as a direct result of comprehensive music education and exposure to quality choral music.
Our Vision
We envision a world where all youth experience the transformative power of music, fostering unity and understanding across diverse communities, cultivating a lifelong love for music, and empowering youth to become confident contributors in society.
Our Amazing Team
Meet the passionate team behind Youth Chorus of Annapolis! From our inspiring directors and our dedicated staff, each person plays a vital role in empowering young voices and making our mission possible.
Lauren Walker
Artistic Director
Lauren@allcca.org
Emily James
Assistant Director
Emily@allcca.org
Molly Cahlink
Business Manager
Molly@allcca.org
Jim "Coach" Turk
Accompanist