Pacific University Choir Project

The Pacific University Choir Project is a partnership between college students learning how to teach and school-aged students learning how to sing in group settings. Through this partnership, the preparation of choir teachers is improved while the number of young singers is increased, both positively affecting the quality of available educational opportunities in the community.

Fall 2023 Choir Project

REGISTRATION & PAYMENT DEADLINE! August 25, 2023.

Elementary Choir 

This class should be taken by students grades one through three. Meeting time and day to be announced. Sep. 11 to Dec. 4, 2023. Group concert on the last day of classes. Fee: $80

Upper Elementary/Middle School Choir 

This class should be taken by students in fifth through eighth grade. Meeting time and day to be announced. Sep. 11 to Dec. 4, 2023. Group concert on the last day of classes. Fee: $80

High School Choir

This class should be taken by students in ninth through 12th grade. Meeting time and day to be announced. Sep. 11 to Dec. 4, 2023. Group concert on the last day of classes. Fee: $80

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Beginning Guitar Group Class

This class is designed for students of all ages who have never played the guitar. The objective of this class is to establish healthy foundations in guitar playing through developmentally appropriate exercises and repertoire. Class is offered in person at Pacific University's Department of Music on Fridays for 1 hour, meeting times to be determined. Classes will run from Sep. 15 to Dec. 1. No class will be held on November 24 due to Thanksgiving Break. Fee: $80.

Beginning Piano Group Class

This class is designed for students of all ages who have never played the piano. The objective of this class is to establish healthy foundations in piano playing through developmentally appropriate exercises and repertoire. Class is offered in person at Pacific University's Department of Music on Fridays for 1 hour, meeting times to be determined. Classes will run from Sep. 15 to Dec. 1. No class will be held on November 24 due to Thanksgiving Break. Fee: $80.

Music Theory Group Class - Level One

This class is designed for students of all ages regardless of their primary instrument or voice. The objective of this class is to teach students the basics of music theory and aural skills that are important for the development of their musicianship and playing/singing skills. All students in String Project, Band Project, and Choir Project (except Beginning Classes) are encouraged to take this class. Class is offered in person at Pacific University's Department of Music on Fridays for 1 hour, meeting times to be determined. Sep. 22 to Dec. 1. No class will be held on November 24 due to Thanksgiving Break. Fee: $60.

Having trouble registering on our website?  For grades 1-4, please email Gordon Long at Gllong76@comcast.net  For grades 5-12, please email Dot Van Dyke at dotvandyke@pacificu.edu

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Our Mission Statement

The Pacific University Choir Project is dedicated to:

• Improving the quality of choir teachers’ preparation through integrated learning.
• Providing quality and affordable vocal and choral education to school-age students of all socio-economic and racial backgrounds.
• Enhancing the quality of life in the community.

For Our Students and Parents

Students in second through 12th grade learn how to explore and control their voices from our teachers-in-preparation and our master teacher. Students receive instruction in group classes and in individual lessons. Each meeting every week for 10 weeks will enable students to progress from a beginner to an intermediate and advanced vocalist. Each semester, students perform in two public performances here at Pacific University.

We offer numerous ways for our students to grow as musicians such as:

• Elementary Choir 
• Middle School Choir
• High School Choir
• Private lessons

For Our Teachers

The teachers in Choir Project are college students who are interested in learning to teach younger students how to sing. Student-teachers in Choir Project take pedagogy classes and meet regularly with the master teacher, who supervises and advises their weekly classes. They are actively involved in recruitment and communication with parents and they help plan public performances each semester.Students are paid for their preparation and teaching time, and they gain experience and develop their expertise in teaching music in learning environments that mimic public school choirs. The Choir Project at Pacific University is open to ALL students who are in one of Pacific University's choirs, regardless of major/minor.