Mechanics Hall: Many Voices Youth Singers

Many Voices: Mechanics Hall Youth Singers

Many Voices: Mechanics Hall Youth Singers is an all-city choir founded in 2022. MVYS invites Worcester’s children to enjoy this unique singing experience on stage at one of the nation’s most renowned concert halls. Open to 4th through 7th graders from every Worcester neighborhood, this non-traditional, non-auditioned chorus gives children the opportunity to practice and perform in Mechanics Hall – their very own “home” concert hall. Under professional direction, children learn to sing a variety of music, build friendships, and work toward excellence – together and in harmony!

NO COST! NO AUDITION!
Free transportation provided as needed

The Music

Music, both popular and traditional, is thoughtfully selected and arranged to enrich and inspire our singers. Learn more about our next performance.

What Many Voices Offers Worcester Youth

MVYS allows every interested 4th, 5th, 6th, and 7th grade students living in or attending school in Worcester to:

Participate in a musical program that cultivates deep and meaningful experiences of cross-cultural friendships, harmonization, teamwork, and a taste of excellence
Build a singing practice, try new things, and improve their skills
Perform for public audiences and for each other, with and without instrumental accompaniment
Experience Worcester’s renowned Mechanics Hall as their own concert hall
Learn from and perform with collegiate and adult choral singers and instrumentalists

Please note that children must attend a rehearsal to sing in a concert.
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Artistic Director, Reagan G. Paras Reagan G. Paras serves as an associate professor for Berklee College of Music in the music education department. A passionate conductor, singer, and educator, he has directed performance tours across the United States and abroad. He is the artistic director for Many Voices: Mechanics Hall Youth Singers, performing repertoire that authentically honors the mosaic of cultures represented in the ensemble. He serves as the music director for The Nashua Choral Society, one of the premier choral ensembles in the state. Throughout the summer, he conducts the Kodály Music Institute Choir, which is comprised of music educators from across the globe. He co-founded two professional chamber choirs: Diamonds From The Dust and Vellichor, where he continues to serve as a board member and singing artist. An emerging researcher, Reagan regularly presents at research symposiums across the United States. He is a guest conductor, clinician, and adjudicator for various music festivals across the country.

Managing Director, Christon Carney Christon Carney, a native of Nashville, TN, received his M.Mus. in Vocal Performance from the New England Conservatory, and his B.Mus. in Music Education from Lipscomb University. He debuted as Giuseppe in Nashville Opera's production of La Traviata, and performs with the Boston Lyric Opera. He has been a concert soloist with the Rhode Island Civic Chorale and Orchestra, Nashville Symphony, the Heimermann Chorale, and has extensive choral experience. His honors received include the prestigious ABRSM Diploma in Voice, and finalist in the Alltech Vocal Scholarship Competition. A compelling recitalist, performances include the Music at Trinity Music School and Mechanics Hall's Concerts Plus series. He has been lead tenor at many religious organizations, including Worcester's Parish of All Saints. He is currently Education and Outreach Manager at Mechanics Hall, and is a vocal instructor at the Pakachoag Music School of Greater Worcester.