Grades 6-8
Where Changing Voices Find Their Strength
Through specialized instruction for adolescent voices, your singer develops confidence, musicianship, and lasting friendships during these pivotal years.
Guiding Voices Through Transformation
Our middle school program works with both new and experienced singers to refine their vocal technique, sight reading, and ensemble skills.
Understanding the unique challenges of adolescent vocal development, we provide specialized instruction through distinct ensembles to support each singer's journey.
Through our research-based approach, students develop strong foundations in musicianship while finding their place in our supportive community of young artists.
Rehearsal Times
Cascadia: Sundays 2:30–3:45 PM
Rogue & Rapids: Sundays 3:45–4:30 PM
Location
Trinity Episcopal Cathedral
147 NW 19th Avenue, Portland
Vocal Excellence
Master advanced vocal techniques and music theory through our comprehensive, age-appropriate curriculum.
Individual Growth
Develop your unique voice in an environment tailored to your specific vocal development stage.
Musical Literacy
Build strong sight-reading skills and deep musical understanding that prepares you for high school and beyond.
One Ensemble, Specialized Training
All middle school singers are part of Cascadia, with additional focused rehearsals in voice-specific ensembles.
Cascadia
Advanced Ensemble Skills and Personal Growth
Cascadia singers refine their vocal technique, sight reading, and strengthen their singing skills. While prior singing and sight-reading experience is beneficial, we welcome dedicated singers with no previous choral experience.
Program Highlights
- Development of strong vocal technique and music reading skills
- Performance of diverse choral repertoire across genres and cultures
- Building ensemble skills and advanced musicianship
Specialized Voice Development
As singers move into adolescence, their physical vocal development diverges widely. Our separate ensembles allow us to focus on each group's specific needs, helping them understand and make the most of their changing vocal abilities.
Tenor & Bass Voices
Rogue
Specialized instruction for changing and changed voices, focusing on technique and confidence during vocal transition.
Members are also part of Cascadia Choir
Soprano & Alto Voices
Rapids
Focused training that addresses the unique aspects of developing treble voices through targeted repertoire and technique.
Members are also part of Cascadia Choir
Begin Your Musical Journey
We welcome singers of all experience levels who are passionate about developing their voice. Our audition process is designed to understand where you are and help you grow.