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.
Under the direction of MCP Music Director Daniel Singer and JMCP teaching faculty, students undergo an intensive fall semester of weekly instruction in preparation for a culminating performance in November. Members of the JMCP may also be invited to join the adult Mendelssohn Choir for one of Pittsburgh’s most treasured holiday traditions – the PSO Holiday Pops.
Join the JMCP Saturday Sing!
The Mendelssohn Choir of Pittsburgh invites all High School (and 8th grade) singers to JMCP’s second annual Saturday Sing, a free event taking place on Saturday, May 2nd from 1:00 to 5:00pm at the Community Presbyterian Church of Ben Avon.
JMCP’s Saturday Sing is an afternoon full of singing, games, snacks, and learning more about what it means to be a member of the Junior Mendelssohn Choir. MCP Music Director Daniel Singer and members of JMCP’s faculty will lead the group in singing and team-building activities. The last hour is reserved for interested students to audition for JMCP’s 2026-27 season.
Interested singers should fill out the RSVP form below by Friday, April 24th. While we appreciate advance RSVPs, last-minute attendees are always welcome.
Clara Yuo on singing together
“I love singing with the JMCP because of my passionate fellow choir members. It never fails to amaze me what beautiful music we are able to create together.”
“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 2026-27 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.
2026 – 2027
Audition Sessions
August 7, 2026 – 4-9pm
August 8, 2026 – 10-5pm
All sessions will be held at Heinz Hall