“The Chanticleer members that worked with us were so cool and made us feel really comfortable. Working with them was an amazing experience. Just having them in the room seemed to make our choir sing better.”

“I learned a great deal about technique and the use of the body to amplify the voice.”

“Thank you all so much for your time and dedication to this project (National Youth Choral Festival). It was a life-changing experience for me. I miss seeing you all every day and I hope our paths will cross again someday!”

“Thank you once again for the amazing opportunity to sing and work with one of the greatest choirs of our time. ”

“The problem with [typical] honor choirs is that only those who have the ability (and financial resources) to audition and participate are able to gain the rewards. With the National Youth Festival, we were able to include all of our students who were motivated.”

“Choral music for four days with Chanticleer in SF, I was in heaven”

“This festival inspired me and helped me to reconnect the passion I have always had for music and for teaching. Thank you for providing this experience…You have no idea how much our students need these types of opportunities!”

“I gained a lot more confidence in my singing abilities. I also learned and gained awareness of my fellow choir members and controlled my dynamics.”

“I really appreciated how friendly and encouraging the individual members of Chanticleer were to all of the students.”

“I gained a better appreciation and love of music!”

“singing is what i want to do for the rest of my life. i used to be unsure but now i am determined. spending the time in San Francisco with Chanticleer and watching them live their life in total happiness by singing made me jealous. haha i want that happiness and i know it comes from singing so now i know that i can be successful and happy ”

“Having Chanticleer members so close to where I was sitting, I was able to get feedback on little things I never notice when singing. It was like having my voice teacher by my side through every rehearsal, something I’ve always secretly wished for!”

“I really enjoyed your music and how you guys expressed your music in your faces….When I get famous I will invite you guys to my performances.”