

HHYC Chorale festival
A celebration of young singers, community, and the transformative power of music.
About the Festival
The Handel and Haydn Society Youth Choruses proudly presents the inaugural Chorale Festival, a new initiative bringing together high school singers and music educators from across Massachusetts. This one-day event provides students the opportunity to make music at the highest level, collaborate with professional musicians, and share the stage with the renowned H+H Orchestra.
The HHYC Chorale Festival is more than a concert—it’s an investment in the future of music education. By uniting students from across Massachusetts, the festival creates a supportive space where young singers can learn from expert mentors, build confidence, and experience the joy of performing at a professional level. At the same time, it strengthens school music programs by offering professional development for teachers and building connections across the choral community. Together, these experiences inspire a lifelong love of music and ensure the next generation of singers carries the tradition forward.
Through workshops, rehearsals, and a culminating public concert, the festival fosters artistry, connection, and lifelong passion for music-making.
Participating Schools
This program welcomes talented singers from:
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Brockton High School
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Framingham High School
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Silver Lake Regional High School
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Plus members of the HHYC Chamber Choir
Together, more than 120 students in grades 8-12 will rehearse and perform under the guidance of H+H’s distinguished conductors, clinicians, and orchestra members.
Festival Schedule – February 10, 2026
Josiah Quincy Upper School Auditorium
1:00–4:00pm Workshop + Masterclass with conductor
5:15–6:00pm Tutti rehearsal with the H+H Orchestra
6:30–7:10pm Festival Concert (open to the public)
7:10–8:00pm Community reception
Performance at Symphony hall
Festival singers will also take the stage in April as part of an H+H concert, showcasing their artistry alongside H+H musicians at Symphony Hall.