Bass Ensemble, Spring Sings, 2019
Take Care of This House
The Chorus is joined by artists such as Yo-Yo Ma, Judy Collins, Rhiannon Giddens, and many more.
New Wye Oak EP w/ Brooklyn Youth Chorus
Brooklyn Youth Chorus is featured on the new Wye Oak EP, No Horizon, out July 31.
A Statement from Brooklyn Youth Chorus
As an organization dedicated to amplifying young voices, Brooklyn Youth Chorus strives to support our students and community in using their voices to uplift others and effect change.
Coronavirus Update
In response to the public health emergency and following the lead of major cultural institutions in New York City, we have moved our rehearsals online for all classes.
"Liquid Days" Virtual Choir performance / BAM Virtual Gala
Last week, we performed "Liquid Days" by frequent Chorus collaborators Philip Glass and David Byrne at BAM's virtual gala
#28for28 Challenge
The #28for28 campaign has a simple premise. We’re asking you – all of you – to join together in support of our core mission
IMPACT Gala
Our Gala is going virtual. Join Brooklyn Youth Chorus on Thursday, May 7, 2020 for an uplifting and star-studded evening celebrating our 650+ young singers.
How This Brooklyn Entrepreneur Disrupted Children's Music
What a lot of people don’t realize is that there is an entrepreneur behind the Brooklyn Youth Chorus: Dianne Berkun Menaker, a former music teacher who founded the 600-member choir in 1992.
Bass Ensemble Composer Competition Winners
Congratulations to Alaina Ferris and Nyokabi Kariuki. Their compositions will receive a world premiere performance by the Brooklyn Youth Chorus Men’s Ensemble.
CUNY - Arts in the City - Brooklyn Youth Chorus Profile
Arts in the City, a monthly look at the lively arts scene from CUNY-TV, profiles Brooklyn Youth Chorus. Reporter Mike Gilliam goes in-depth with Founder and Artistic Director Dianne Berkun Menaker and members of the Chorus, discussing the work and impact of Brooklyn Youth Chorus.
News 12 Brooklyn Profile of Brooklyn Youth Chorus
News 12 Brooklyn stopped by the BYC headquarters to talk with our Founder and Artistic Director, Dianne Berkun Menaker, and several of our students about our work and process.
Brooklyn Youth Chorus on FOX 5 NY with Ernie Anastos
Fox5 NY interviewed Founder and Artistic Director, Dianne Berkun Menaker, as well as chorister Maya Baijal about the history and impact of Brooklyn Youth Chorus.
The New York Times - Why Beyoncé Is a Fan of These Teenage Singers From Brooklyn
The acclaimed Brooklyn Youth Chorus collaborates with cutting-edge composers and has become a resource for popular musicians.
NPR: In The Brooklyn Youth Chorus, Teens Speak Up By Singing Out
The Brooklyn Youth Chorus is not your typical kids' choir, singing folk-song arrangements and show tunes. It's made up of over 600 kids, from second grade to the end of high school, from struggling neighborhoods to New York's elite. Part of its mission is to give the kids a sense of purpose at a difficult time in life. The group has just released its first album, Black Mountain Songs, and is giving two high-profile concerts Friday and Saturday.