

HHYC Poetry Contest
As we celebrate the beginning of HHYC's 31st season, we reflect on the incredible journey we've shared together. Looking back over 30 years, we continue with great enthusiasm to provide these life-changing experiences through HHYC's music-making activities that illuminate our community. For more vibrant and strong community-building activities, HHYC is seeking ways to preserve our values for generations to come.
With this vision in mind, HHYC has commissioned a Boston-based composer to write our very own theme song. And we need your help! Who knows our values better than our HHYC community?
We are excited to announce a Poetry Contest where the winning poem will become the lyrics of our newly composed HHYC theme song. This is your opportunity to capture the spirit, values, and essence of what makes our HHYC community so special.
- Open to current HHYC singers, HHYC Alumni, or HHYC community
- Word Count: 90-120 words
- Submission: Send your finished poems to learningadmin@handelandhaydn.org
- Subject Line: HHYC Theme Song - [Your First Name], [Your Last Name]
- Submission Deadline: September 21, 2025
- Winner Announcement: September 27, 2025 at the HHYC Purple Party
- World Premiere of Commission: Spring Concert 2026
A Lasting legacy
The finished theme song will be published and made available to ensemble groups around the world, ensuring that our HHYC values and spirit can inspire musical communities everywhere. We can't wait to see how you capture the heart of HHYC in your poetry. This is more than just a song–it's our story, our values, and our gift to future generations. Let your creativity soar and help us create something truly special together!
Questions? Contact us at learningadmin@handelandhaydn.org