# Event Details - **Event Name**: Cantate Children's and Youth Choir July 2026 Auditions - **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 20 Jul, 2026 at 02:00 pm – Mon, 20 Jul, 2026 at 05:00 pm - **Event Description**: Cantate Children’s and Youth Choir of Central Virginia invites children and teens who love to sing to join for the Fall 2026 semester. No prior singing experience is required—students receive age-appropriate, professional vocal training in a supportive and encouraging environment. Cantate welcomes singers from second grade through high school. The fall semester begins on Monday, September 14, 2026. Rehearsals are held primarily on Mondays from 4:15–6:15 p.m., with younger children dismissed slightly earlier. Simple, informal auditions will be held by appointment on July 20th and 22nd from 2:00–5:00 p.m., or at another mutually convenient time. Cantate is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to providing exceptional musical experiences and healthy vocal training for children and youth throughout Central Virginia. Now in its thirty-third season, Cantate actively contributes to the cultural life of the region and is headquartered at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Lynchburg. Each chorister receives instruction in proper vocal production, note reading, and singing in parts—building musical excellence, confidence, and lifelong skills. Peggy Haas Howell serves as Music Director and Conductor, with Elizabeth Wilkinson as Assistant Director and Accompanist. Called a “play-anything virtuoso” by the Cleveland Plain Dealer, Ms. Howell has performed organ recitals widely throughout the United States and Europe. In addition to her work with Cantate, she serves as Organist and Choirmaster at St. John’s Episcopal Church and as National Vice President and Councillor for Competitions and New Music for the American Guild of Organists. Ms. Howell has directed Cantate since 2009. Under her leadership, the choir has performed with Opera on the James, the Lynchburg Symphony Orchestra, the Charlottesville Ballet, the University of Lynchburg Choral Union, the Jefferson Choral Society, the University of Virginia Chamber Singers, and the Parish Choir of St. John’s Episcopal Church. She previously founded and directed the Jefferson Youth Chorale (2003–2012) and served as Director of Chorale at Randolph-Macon Woman’s College (1996–2000). To schedule an audition, please email Julie Strickland at stricklandj@cantatechoir.org. Additional information is available at cantatechoir.org - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/lynchburg/cantate-childrens-and-youth-choir-july-2026-auditions/200030111321319 - **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, workshops, live-music, contests - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 4 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Lynchburg - **state**: VA - **country**: United States - **location**: 205 Elmwood Ave, Lynchburg, VA, United States, Virginia 24503 - **lat**: 37.43413 - **long**: -79.1697 - **full address**: 205 Elmwood Ave, Lynchburg, VA, United States, Virginia 24503 ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Cantate Children's and Youth Choir July 2026 Auditions - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/0f54eafb3736b83361b542422096b28fb6f47551f1793cca360d055863a87aa3-rimg-w1200-h900-dc130807-gmir?v=1784394271 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Cantate Children's and Youth Choir July 2026 Auditions being held? - **A:** Cantate Children's and Youth Choir July 2026 Auditions takes place on Mon, 20 Jul, 2026 at 02:00 pm to Mon, 20 Jul, 2026 at 05:00 pm at 205 Elmwood Ave, Lynchburg, VA, United States, Virginia 24503. - **Q**: Who is organizing Cantate Children's and Youth Choir July 2026 Auditions? - **A:** Cantate Children's and Youth Choir July 2026 Auditions is organized by Cantate Children's and Youth Choir. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Cantate Children's and Youth Choir July 2026 Auditions is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Lynchburg, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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