GREAT CHOIRS, GREAT NEIGHBORHOODS
GRANDVILLE NEIGHBORHOOD
CHOIRS
The Girls Choral Academy is proud to have partnered since 1999 with GRPS to provide this vibrant and growing neighborhood after school music program that is tuition-free, due to the generosity of local business, foundations and private donors. The Neighborhood Girls Choirs program is designed for 3rd through 5th grade girls and all schools are in the Grand Rapids Public Schools district.
The Neighborhood Girls Choirs serve girls in urban Grand Rapids with emphasis placed on inspiring vocal music in a positive atmosphere. The repertoire is varied and includes Hispanic folk songs, jazz, classical and gospel tunes.
In addition to weekly rehearsals, students perform in three (3) major concerts a year, as well as small performance opportunities in their communities. Girls enjoy going on special field trips which in the past have included outings to local orchard, museums and musical performances around the City of Grand Rapids, touring local colleges, and an end of season performances out of town in cities like Chicago.
GCA relies heavily on volunteers to make special opportunities possible; choir fundraising events, and parents and guardians are encouraged to get involved and their dedication is greatly appreciated by the GCA staff.
GCA Neighborhood
Choir Schools
2025 - 2026
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Neighborhood - Buchanan Elementary (Grades 3-5)
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Neighborhood - Cesar E. Chavez Elementary (Grades 3-5)
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Neighborhood - Southwest Academy-Bilingual (Grades 3-5)
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Neighborhood - Southeast Hope Academy (Grades 3-5)
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Neighborhood - Southeast Ken-O-Sha Park Elementary / Sherwood Park Global Studies Academy(Grades 3-5)
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Campus Elementary (Grades 3-5)
THE DOWNTOWN CHOIRS
Junior Academy Choir - $58/Month
Grades 1-3
Course studies include vocal instruction and literacy. Through songs and games, singers will be introduced to foundational musicianship skills.
Senior Academy Choir - $70/Month
Grades 6-8
Singers continue to advance their singing and performance skills. Tuition includes a GCA performance shirt and the majority of any social and education outings and field trips.
GCA's downtown choirs program provides music education, performances, social events and travel opportunities for girls in grades 1-12. To ensure that each student is placed in a choir that best fits their age and ability, we conduct vocal evaluations for students in 3rd grade and above.
The season lasts from September through May and rehearsals take place in the Masonic Temple Amphitheater.
The "Downtown Choirs" are a tuition-based program. Program fees are show below. We understand that financial circumstances can be a barrier, and offer scholarship applications to ensure that every girl has the opportunity to participate in our program. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us.
Junior Academy II Choir - $58/Month
Grades 3-5
Singers learn to understand their own voices through ensemble singing, solo opportunities, sight reading, and performance skill training.
Concert Choir - $70/Month
Grades 9-12
Singers continue to advance their singing and performance skills. Tuition includes a GCA performance shirt and the majority of any social and education outings and field trips. Students MUST demonstrate good vocal technique and music reading skills.