[pic·co·lo]
a musical instrument considerably smaller than the usual size.
mid 19th century: from Italian, small.
For aspiring young singers, the Piccolo Junior Choir provides a fun and energetic introduction to singing. Class activities include vocal techniques, music appreciation, games, rhythm, and movement. Piccolo singers also learn beginner percussion instruments and gain an introductory understanding of written music. This group performs twice per year in combined concerts with our other choirs, and in the annual Peace River South Festival of the Arts (usually mid-April). The Piccolo program is great for early learners who are hotwired for performance, and it's a prime place to start in their discovery of the performing arts.
REGISTER ANYTIME
Unless a class is full, registration is available at any time in our programs. We know that sometimes life gets busy at the start of a season. That said, it is always best to have as much time as possible in the program for the most complete experience, and to guarantee readiness for concert performances.
Program Details
AGES
5 to 7 years
Occasionally, we’ll allow 4-year-old siblings to join with instructor approval.
SEASON
mid-September to early May
REHEARSAL DAYS
Tuesdays at 3:30-4:15
LOCATION
DCCS studio at Unit 2, 10217 – 13 Street
Find us right next to City Furniture & Appliances.
CONCERTS
The Piccolo Junior Choir participates in all major concerts held by the DCCS.
For the 2024-25 season, these included a Winter Gala on January 18th and Spring Dessert Concert on May 3rd. There may also be additional performances added throughout the year, such as for the October 10th “In Unity” mental health event, or arts festivals. The 2025-26 Season is still in development, with dates TBA soon.
INSTRUCTOR
Classes are led by Caitlyn Triebel and accompanied by Aaron Marchuk.
Miss Caitlyn is an accredited Kindermusik teacher and has been teaching voice lessons and choir since 2013. She has a Bachelor of Music in Music History, a Master of Arts in Musicology, and holds a certificate in stylistic song performance from the Franz-Schubert-Institut in Austria.
DRESS CODE
For main concerts, the choir dress code is white tops and black bottoms
Singers are welcome to accessorize in anything within the blue-green colour spectrum. Please ensure that singers are also wearing black shoes and black socks or nylons. Bare legs and feet stick out! If you’re having trouble finding performance apparel, please let the instructor know.
Payment Options & Registration
Fees are determined each year based on cost predictions and secured funding. We try to maintain affordability for families, while also ensuring that we can keep the doors open and our artists and teaching staff paid! If cost becomes a barrier for your family, please connect with us regarding the DCCS Bursary Fund, or apply for the Dawson Creek Arts & Wellness Fund.
Monthly
8 payments September through April-
Budget-friendly
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Sibling/Family discount 10%
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Payments due by the 15th of each month
Semester
2 payments in September and January-
Most popular option - Save 5%
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Sibling/Family discount 10%
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Payments due by Sep 30th & Jan 31st
Full-Year
1 payment upon registration-
Best value - Save 10%
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Sibling/Family discount 10%
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Payment due September 30th
Piccolo Junior Choir Registration
Your first invoice will be assessed and emailed to you as soon as it has been processed. Please note that the first invoice will also include your family’s annual $10 DCCS membership fee. Please ensure your email address is typed correctly!
Additional Program Information
VOLUNTEERS
Parent volunteers are needed throughout the season and especially on concert days. Volunteer tasks include selling tickets, running concessions, or ushering. We also ask singers to help with a parade float in the summer.
CONCERT TICKETS
Singers do not need a ticket to concerts, but family and volunteers do. Usually tickets are $15 each. Ticket revenue is crucial for sustainability, as our programs rely on this revenue to keep going to the following year.
FUNDRAISING
Fundraising happens year-round for all DCCS programs. You may be asked to sell tickets or products, to provide baking or concession items, or to attend committee meetings as needed for the program.
When you register, you get password access to extra practice materials, and other ways to connect with the program while staying engaged between rehearsals. Because the Piccolo Junior Choir performs entirely by memory, we need support from families to help children be confident in their songs for performances. Materials include:
PDF Song Lyrics
Custom YouTube Playlists
Conducting Videos
Vocal Warm-Ups
Private Group on Facebook
