Next Generation
The Junior Mendelssohn Choir of Pittsburgh (JMCP) provides talented youth with a rigorous musical environment in which to develop their vocal and ensemble singing skills. This high-quality training program teaches young singers the self-discipline, commitment to excellence, and ensemble-related skills necessary to succeed in music and in life. Each year, young voices from grades 9 to 12 throughout the greater Pittsburgh area are eligible to audition, and scholarships are available to ensure finances never present a barrier to membership.
Finding Joy
“I sing because I’m happy, I sing because I’m free.”
– Civilla D. Martin
In the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson wrote that one of our inalienable rights is “the pursuit of happiness”, and yet it seems that we all spend a great deal of time looking for what brings us joy. On Friday, November 7, join the Junior Mendelssohn Choir of Pittsburgh in a performance of choral music that explores where we can find that happiness that is so often promised but not always attained. This talented group of young singers will search for joy around the world with works from Malaysia, Bosnia, Ireland, and the United States, featuring the music of Reena Esmail, Tracy Wong, Flory Jagoda, B.E. Boykin, and more. This is an evening of music-making not to be missed; you’ll leave with confidence in our next generation of choral singers and, hopefully, you’ll be well on your way to finding your own joy.
“I count my experience with the Junior Mendelssohn as one of the best experiences of my life.”
Nationally, MCP is one of the few symphonic choirs to operate a vocal training program for youth. JMCP was founded in 1986 by then Music Director Robert Page and Christine Jordanoff to provide talented youth, who were too old to perform with the Children’s Festival Chorus (now Pittsburgh Youth Chorus) and too young to perform with adult choruses, the opportunity to train with accomplished professional singers and music educators.
Audition Information
Requirements
We are excited to announce that auditions for the 2025-26 season are open!
- Prepare one solo (classical or musical theater preferred, please keep belting to a minimum)
For more information and to schedule your audition, contact Emily Leal-Santiesteban at estewart@themendelssohn.org.
2025 – 2026
Audition Sessions
Monday, August 18, 2025 – 4:30-8pm
All sessions will be held at Third Presbyterian Church