Mission Statement

Empowering young people through choral singing, joyful community, and artistic excellence.

Vision statement

SCC is a thriving and inclusive choral community, known for artistic excellence, joyful collaboration, and broad access for young people across all backgrounds. Through high-quality musical experiences, meaningful partnerships, and a strong culture of belonging, SCC nurtures confident, connected individuals who contribute to their communities.

Guiding principles

1. Excellence and Belonging Strengthen One Another

We believe artistic excellence and human belonging are mutually reinforcing. Young people thrive when they are challenged, supported, valued, and connected as both musicians and individuals.

2. Young People Are at the Center

We make decisions in the best interests of the young people we serve, supporting their musical growth, confidence, wellbeing, creativity, and sense of connection.

3. Access Expands Opportunity

We believe every young person should have the opportunity to experience the transformative power of choral singing. We strive to reduce barriers to participation and create pathways that broaden access, inclusion, and belonging.

4. Growth Should Strengthen the Mission

We pursue growth thoughtfully and sustainably, ensuring that expansion strengthens rather than diminishes the quality, culture, and sense of community that define SCC.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement

The Seattle Children’s Chorus unequivocally supports our singers and believes celebrating diversity is an essential element of lifting our voices in song. We foster an environment that honors the identities and cultural backgrounds of our families. We work to create an equitable and inclusive community where all feel they can bring their true selves to learn and grow together in music, regardless of class, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, and all aspects of who they are.