THE ROANOKE VALLEY CHILDREN’S CHOIR PRESENTS THEIR 39TH ANNUAL Spring CONCERT
“A Little spring Music”
Saturday, April 25th, 2026 | Concerts at 1:30 PM & 4:00 PM
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About The Roanoke Valley Children’s Choir
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About The Concert
Come celebrate the Spring season with the beautiful voices of the Roanoke Valley Children’s Choir! The RVCC concerts are known for sharing the JOY of singing with their purity in tone, artistic performances, and a variety of repertoire. Concert attendees will be surrounded by 150 pre-professional young choristers who have been working diligently learning all the musical details to prepare for this exciting performance. This year’s Spring Concert will showcase a vibrant blend of Broadway hits, classical masterpieces, and world folk music, enhanced by professional choreography throughout the performance. Come and hear this nationally recognized choir as they celebrate the joy of singing with our community!
When & Where
The Roanoke Valley Children’s Choir, under the direction of Kimberly Ruse Davidson, will be presenting its 39th Annual Spring Concert, “A Little Spring Music”, Saturday, April 25th, 2026, with concerts at 1:30 PM and 4:00 PM. The 4:00 PM concert will have senior recognitions and awards. The doors will open 30 minutes prior to each concert.
We are thrilled to host this year's concert at Christian Life International Church, 1 CLI Way, Salem, VA 24153 (map it), featuring a spacious 400-seat auditorium and a professional stage to enhance the musical experience. View pictures of the concert venue by clicking here.
what we’re singing!
We are excited to present this very special concert, a culmination of 39 years of experience of the RVCC, and showcasing the hard work and beautiful singing of the RVCC choristers. The concert will feature a vibrant blend of Broadway hits, classical masterpieces, and multicultural music, enhanced by professional choreography throughout the performance.
A taste of what to expect, among even more songs being performed by the different choirs:
The Little Singers (ages 4-6): Will undoubtedly steal the show with a Disney Medley, dressed as their favorite characters.
The A Choir (1st-2nd grade): Will present a sweet song about friendship called "Together", followed by the beloved Broadway classic "Do-Re-Mi".
The B Choir (3rd-5th grade): Will offer an uplifting performance of "I Will Sing My Song" along with the cheerful "When You’re Smiling".
The B+ Choir (5th-9th grade): Will shine in a diverse set including the opera aria "Ombra Mai Fu", and the energetic Swahili folk song "Kusimama".
The C Choir (8th-12th grade): Will round out the concert with intricate selections including "Flight Song" by Kim André Arnesen, "Magnificat", and "O Sapo", a complex Brazilian folk song.
This year, our choirs will perform three dynamic Broadway pieces with specialized choreography by Kevin Jones, including "Seize the Day" from Newsies, "When I Grow Up" from Matilda, and the powerful "Defying Gravity" from Wicked. The concert will also feature an impressive full-choir choreographed performance of BTS’s "Permission to Dance".
All the choirs will come together for a moving finale performance of "Let There Be Peace on Earth" to send the audience home inspired.
We are excited to celebrate this beautiful music with the community, as we highlight the hard work of these talented young singers! We hope to see you there!
🎵 Interested in joining the choir program? The RVCC loves welcoming new singers! We have choir programs for ages 4-18. Please see our website for more information and to sign up. childrenschoir.com/how-to-join
Concert Tickets
Tickets are available to purchase online at childrenschoir.com/tickets:
Adult (age 13 and up): $25
Children (age 12 and under): $15
**All tickets are general admission, and not specifically assigned seats
Concert Facebook Event
We will be putting the RVCC’s 39th Annual Holiday Concert as an event on Facebook. Share the event with friends and family!
About The RVCC
The Roanoke Valley Children’s Choir includes local youth in grades 1-12 divided into 3 Training Choirs and a Concert Choir. Students are accepted into the choir through classes and auditions held throughout the year.
Now in its 38th year under the direction of Ms. Davidson, the Roanoke Valley Children’s Choir has earned national recognition for choral excellence and is a highly respected arts organization in the Roanoke Valley and in the state of Virginia. Since its founding in 1987, we estimate that over 2,000+ children, ages 6-18, have participated in the choir program.
Singing in a children’s choir can be life changing for so many children. Along with the artistic expression, musical skills, the choir program teaches confidence, teamwork, perseverance, and leadership, while having fun and making friends. The culmination of these qualities leads to skilled young singers, diligent musicians, and emerging community leaders.
MISSION STATEMENT: To provide youth with exceptional musical instruction and performance opportunities in a safe and inclusive environment.
VISION STATEMENT: To develop confident leaders and team members who apply their talent and experience to strengthen and elevate their communities.
Recent featured performances for the RVCC Concert Choir include the 2008, 2014, and 2020 Southern Division American Choral Director Conventions, and the ACDA National Convention in Salt Lake City, Utah in 2015. Festival and Solo performances in Canterbury and London in 2017 and solo performances at Carnegie Hall in 2016 and 2022.
Come and hear this nationally recognized choir as they celebrate the joy of singing with our community!
More info at childrenschoir.com/about-the-rvcc
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Concert Program
Concert Songs
The Roanoke Valley Children’s Choir Singers
The Concert will feature 156 singers ages 4-18, divided into five choirs. We are so proud of them. they have worked hard this semester, and are beautiful singers!
The “Little Singers” is our youngest choir, and is made up of 11 singers, ages 4-6.
The “A Choir” (Early Elementary Program) is made up of 24 singers in 1st-2nd grade.
The “B Choir” (Upper Elementary Program) is made up of 41 singers in 3rd-4th grade.
The “B+ Choir” (Youth Program) is made up of 30 singers in 5th-9th grade.
The “Concert Choir” (Advanced High School Program) is made up of 50 High School singers.
Staff
Kimberly Ruse Davidson, Artistic Director
Kinsie, Operations Manager
Carla Crouse, Accompanist
Kim Roudebush, A-Choir Director
Jaime Hodges, Music Librarian
Michelle Sublett, Bookkeeper
Volunteer Committee Chairs 2024-2025
A/B/B+ Choral Festival: Leslie Anderson
A/B/B+ School Tour/Discovery Concert: Jennifer Hatch, Jaime Hodges
Attendance (A/B Choirs): Stacy Westervelt
Attendance (B+ Choir): Stephanie Dubyk
Attendance (C Choir): Jaime Hodges, Laurie Otey-Williams
Alumni Communication: __________________
C Choir 2025 trip: Michelle Sublett
*Concert Decorating: *not needed at this time
Concert Power Point: Cheryl Alban
Cookie Monday for C Choir: Maria Gonzalez
Concert Backstage Team: Kianna Price Marshall
Concert Program: Donna Wardell
Concert Round-up: Pam Ruble, Kaitlyn Classey
Fall Retreat: Maria Gonzalez, Lisa Moore
Formal Costume (A/B/B+ Choirs): Nicole Arandia-Beasley, Holly Semrow
Formal Costume (C Choir): Beth Hally, Virginia Bryant
Fundraising for Personal Accounts: Ashley Cochran, Kristy Augustinowicz
Fundraising Events for RVCC purpose: Ashley Cochran, Katherine Havener, Kim Hostetter
Grant Proposals: __________________
Historian: Maria Gonzalez
Music: Susan Nixon (Staff)
Patron Support: Patrick Hodges
Poster Distribution: Kim Hostetter
*Risers: *not needed at this time
Scholarship Committee: Kristin McKee
Spiritwear: Kim Hostetter, Kathy Lynch
Strawberry Festival: Ashley Cochran
Donate
The Roanoke Valley Children’s Choir is a volunteer-run 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
Donations help us be able to continue to share music with children in our community. Your donation to the RVCC helps our program stay strong and can help to change a child’s life through music, teamwork, and friendships.
Thank you for your support and for being part of the RVCC Family!
RVCC Patrons
THANK YOU TO OUR MANY PERSONAL, CORPORATE, AND GRANT DONORS!
Our warmest appreciation to Cave Spring Baptist Church for hosting our Spring Concert. Our most sincere thank you to Bethel Baptist Church for their in-kind support of rehearsal and music storage space for the RVCC. Thank you for supporting a community Arts Organization!
Join The Roanoke Valley Children’s Choir
The RVCC loves welcoming new singers! Go to the “How To Join” page for information and to sign up.
Upcoming Newcomer Events:
Introductory Singing Class - We invite you to attend a free introductory singing class for rising 1st-12th grade students with the Roanoke Valley Children's Choir!! Our next classes will be offered on Friday, May 15th, Monday, May 18th, and Monday, June 15th from 6:00-6:45 PM at Bethel Baptist Church. These friendly classes are a great way for young singers and a parent to learn about the RVCC choir program, meet the RVCC director, practice singing, meet new friends, and see if you might like to sing in the choir! Click here to go to the Introductory Singing Class signup form.
Choir Year Length:
The choir year is August 2026 - April 2027, split into two semesters, which follow the school year.
Rehearsal Schedule:
1st-4th Elementary Choir Rehearsals = Mondays, 4:30-6:00 PM
5th-8th Youth Choir Rehearsal = Mondays, 5:30-7:00 PM
9th-12th Concert Choir Rehearsal = Mondays, 7:00-9:00 PM
*All weekly rehearsals are on Mondays at Bethel Baptist Church in Salem, VA
Program Cost:
♪ “A Choir” Early Elementary Choir Program (1 hour rehearsal once a week)
A Choir Full Tuition Price = $580 per year (8 payments of $72.50 per month)
**Early Bird Price! Due May 31st = $500 per year (8 payments of $62.50 per month)
♫ “B Choir” Upper Elementary Choir program (1.5 hour rehearsal once a week)
B Choir Full Tuition Price = $750 per year (8 payments of $93.75 per month)
**Early Bird Price! Due May 31st = $670 per year (8 payments of $83.75 per month)
♫ “B+ Choir” Youth Choir Programs (1.5 hour rehearsal once a week)
B+ Choir Full Tuition Price = $750 per year (8 payments of $93.75 per month)
**Early Bird Price! Due May 31st = $670 per year (8 payments of $83.75 per month)
🎶 “Concert Choir” Advanced High School Choir Program (2 Hour Rehearsal Once a week)
-> Note: Registration for the Advanced Concert Choir is for returning choristers or new singers who have been accepted through an audition.
C Choir Full Tuition Price = $880 per year (8 payments of $110 per month
**Early Bird Price! Due May 31st = $800 per year (8 payments of $100 per month)
The first tuition payment is due when you register.
Financial Aid:
You can apply for a scholarship or find the information for our reduced tuition rate on our website. Scholarship applications are due ASAP in December - the earlier the better! ChildrensChoir.com/scholarships
