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SJBC alumni counselors Gavin, Hudson, Dominic S, Nathan, Jackson, Nick, and Dominic T

When our alumni come home, they bring with them the wealth of knowledge they gained in our program. Our recent Sing in the Summer camp for area 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade singers was taken to a new level by 7 energetic SJBC alumni counselors.

The SJBC is way more than just about singing in a boys’ choir. It is also about learning, growing, and maturing into young men who know how to work as a team, manage their time, and act in a professional and respectable way to become productive members of their communities. – SJBC Parent

For four days this July, our alumni greeted campers each morning and led them through musical activities (cardio drumming was a HUGE favorite), games, swimming and more. “Being in the SJBC meant so much to me – now helping other choristers experience the same thing is awesome!” said Hudson (‘24).

Dominic and campers rehearse “Seize the Day” from Disney’s Newsies

I come back to volunteer in hopes of getting younger kids interested in the program. There is something special about connecting with others through music. The SJBC is where I met my people, and I enjoy coming back to connect with those guys who were such a huge part of my life. – Dominic (’24)

On the last day of camp, our alumni joined the Sing in the Summer campers for the final song of their concert, Seize the Day. “Having our alumni join in song lets our campers’ families see what our program can do. It’s not just about the difference in sound – it’s also about the enthusiasm and experience that our alumni bring with them,” said Associate Artistic Director Cynthia Hogenson.

Cynthia Hogenson, Associate Artistic Director

Being in the SJBC taught me about teamwork, leadership, appreciation for every part of my life, and most of all confidence… I know I absolutely would not be walking down the path of Music Education if it were not for my time in the Boys’ Choir. – Nathan (‘20)

Thanks to your support, we can offer a program that helps our choristers grow into thoughtful members of our community. In turn, they pay it forward by inspiring the next generation of young singers, sharing lessons on leadership and teamwork learned through years of rehearsals, performances, and tours.

Alumni Nick, Jackson, Gavin, and Hudson sing with campers

Great things are in store for the SJBC this year! It takes $400,000 to help our choristers grow and make beautiful music together each season, and more than $175,000 of that comes from our incredible supporters and grantors.

Counselors (and a few future SJBC alumni!) join campers for the camp cookout

Your gift directly impacts our ability to help our singers grow – as individuals and as an ensemble – and make a difference in our community. Will you be a part of our celebrated past, exciting present, and promising future?