The University of Arkansas Children’s Choir
UACC I (Grades 4-5)
UACC II (Grades 6-8)
UA Cantorum (Grades 8-9)


History
The University of Arkansas Children’s Choir began in 1997 as a dream of Dr. Donna Wiggins, former Professor of Music at the University of Arkansas. There are currently 120 students involved in the UACC from over 50 schools in the Northwest Arkansas area. Choir I is for students in the 4th and 5th grades. Choir II is for students in the 6th and 7th grades. The UA Cantorum is for 8th and 9th grade students. Under the direction of Candace Davis and her assistants, the students are taught a wide-range of musicality, including sight-singing, rhythm-reading, harmony and solfege. The groups focus on a diverse repertoire of music including classical, Broadway, Spirituals, folk songs, and pop music.


Upcoming Events

Friday, June 6th
The UACC performs at the Walmart Shareholders Conference in Fayetteville, Arkansas.

Thursday, August 21st
All choir parent meeting in the UA music building, room TBA. The parent meeting will begin at 6pm and will end no later than 7pm. Students are invited to attend this meeting.

Thursday, August 28th
First rehearsal of the 2008-2009 school year
UACC I 4:30-5:30pm
UACC II 5:45-7:00pm
UA Cantorum 5:30-6:30pm


Audition Information
Auditions for the Children’s Choir are held during the spring of each year. Students are recommended by their music teachers and auditioned by the children’s choir director within their schools.


How to Support the Children’s Choir
We are happy to accept your financial support. Your donation of any amount can be sent to the UFA Music Building. Please label your donation for the University Children’s Choir and a receipt will be sent to you for tax purposes.

Donations can be mailed to:
Jennifer Atchley, Administrative Assistant
MB 201- Music Building
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR 72701