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Why should you invest in arts education?
While the ICC has gained great acclaim for its
achievements in choral music, this artistry is
grounded in a foundation of exceptional music
education. Through the process of disciplined
rehearsal and artistic study, music education
plays a vital role in the individual and social
development of young people.
In the community of the ICC, children and
youth learn self-discipline, work collaboratively
with peers, and flourish under the guidance
of caring adult role models. They thrive in this
environment, gaining self-respect, developing
maturity, and finding purpose. The arts adorn
and bring beauty to our community, even as
they bring people together from many different
backgrounds.
Why support the
Indianapolis Children’s
Choir?
Did you know that only 50% of the ICC’s costs are offset by
tuition and performance income? Generous donors help the ICC
keep program fees as affordable as possible, and in addition,
charitable contributions allow the ICC to:
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Bring affordable music programs to
low-income families
Through the Everyone COUNTS (Community Outreach Uniting
& Nurturing Through Song) program, the ICC provides needbased financial assistance to children whose families might not
otherwise be able to afford the cost of tuition.
Support school readiness for at-risk
preschoolers
The ICC’s early childhood program helps more than 1,000
preschoolers in and around Indianapolis to become school-ready
by nurturing cognitive, musical, kinesthetic, and social skills
through music programs in nearly 20 locations. A majority of the
children enrolled in the ICC’s early childhood programs are from
low-income families or have special learning needs.
Stimulate learning and
self-expression for students with
special needs
In 2012, the ICC founded Jubilate, a unique choral music
experience for children in grades 3-9 with special needs.
Accompanied by peer friends from the advanced ICC ensembles,
participants join together once per week to sing, learn music
theory and sight-reading, and socialize in a supportive and
creative atmosphere. Through a tactile and individualized
approach to learning music, students gain confidence in their
musical skills and learn to express themselves in new ways.
Support regional music education
across central Indiana
Through its 30-year legacy, the ICC’s geographic footprint
has expanded from Marion County to approximately 20 sites
throughout central Indiana. Ensembles meet in Avon, Columbus,
Carmel, Fishers, Franklin, Greenwood, New Castle, Whitestown,
and other locations. The goal of the regional initiative is to
provide ample opportunities for children in counties all over
central Indiana to participate in quality introductory choral
programs that are convenient to their homes and sc Y [\˂