Guelph Youth Singers

Our Vision:

We support the well-being of youth through inclusive, fun, and high-quality musical training and performance experiences.

Our Mission:

To create an inclusive and supportive musical environment where youth in our community can learn, build confidence, and share in something bigger than themselves.

Dr. Dominic Gregorio Bursary Fund

The Dr. Dominic Gregorio Bursary Fund provides financial support to choristers in need.

A Brief History of GYS

Guelph Youth Singers (GYS) was formed in 1991 as a joint project of the Guelph Arts Council and the Guelph Chamber Music Society to provide the children of Guelph with the opportunity to develop musical and choral excellence to the best of their ability. Founding Artistic Director and Conductor, Linda Beaupré, nurtured and developed the choir for 22 years until her retirement in June of 2013.

In September of 2013, GYS welcomed Markus Howard as Artistic Director and Conductor. Markus thrived in this role for 10 seasons. The choir continues to inspire youth and thrill audiences in Guelph and beyond and has become a high-profile representative of the city in the field of choral music. GYS is celebrating its 33^rd season in 2023/24.

This year, Marion Samuel-Stevens is serving as Artistic Director and Conductor of Choir I and Choir II.  GYS is currently searching for a new Chamber Choir Conductor.  We look forward to welcoming new members in September and January.  GYS also offers summer camp opportunities for students in grades 1 through 8.