Spring Semester Registration is Now Open!

The University of Northern Iowa Children’s Choir (UNICC) is comprised of two ensembles of students in grades 3 through 5, and grades 6 through 9.

UNICC provides a program of music education and choral performance that seeks to fulfill each child's potential, while striving to create a model of artistic excellence and diversity that represents, enriches, and gives back to the community. Singers receive training in healthy vocal technique and music literacy, and have the opportunity to foster friendships while making music together with their peers.

Members of UNICC rehearse weekly on the campus of the University of Northern Iowa and present performances throughout the year. Collaborative highlights for UNICC include performances with the Waterloo/Cedar Falls Symphony Orchestra, the UNI Chamber Orchestra, and the UNI Varsity Glee Club.

A Message from Mr. O!

This year, for the FIRST time, UNICC is expanding into TWO ensembles to meet the musical needs of our students. 

Allegro will serve grades 3-5 and Vivace will serve grades 6-9. This opens up exciting possibilities for the music we learn and the skills we build in choir this year!

• Tuition is $150 per semester 
• Full tuition is expected for each semester. 
• Monthly payment option available
• 10% discount for paying for the whole academic year
• Members who leave beginning the second week will receive a partial refund. No refunds are available after the fourth week of the semester.
• If you wish to apply for a financial aid, please complete the Financial Aid Application before registering. You will be contacted by email when the application has been received.

Fall rehearsals start September 3*

• Rehearsals will meet weekly, on Tuesdays at Jebe Hall in the Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center.
  • Allegro (grades 3-5) will rehearse from 6:15-7:15pm.
  • Vivace (grades 6-9) will rehearse from 7:15-8:15pm.
  • Mandatory Parent/Guardian meeting at the beginning of the second rehearsal.
• There will be no rehearsal on November 26, 2024
• Dress Rehearsal: TBA
• Fall Concert: December 17, 2024 at 7:30pm (Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center)

Spring rehearsals start January 14*

• Rehearsals will meet weekly, on Tuesdays at Jebe Hall in the Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center.
  • Allegro (grades 3-5) will rehearse from 6:15-7:15pm.
  • Vivace (grades 6-9) will rehearse from 7:15-8:15pm.
  • Mandatory Parent/Guardian meeting at the beginning of the second rehearsal.
• There will be no rehearsal on March 18, 2025
• Dress Rehearsal: TBA
• Spring Concert: May 13, 2025 at 7:30pm (Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center)

*Dates/Times of rehearsals are subject to change with advanced notice.

Concert attire is the UNI Children's tshirt and black pants or long skirt.

New members receive concert tshirt with registration at no additional cost. Returning members can order an additional tshirt at registration.

All members are expected to attend weekly rehearsals and participate in the end of semester concerts. 

Rehearsal absences should be reported to childrenschoir@uni.edu.

Here's what you will need to bring:

• Black 3-ring binder (1/2 or 1") - Put your name on the inside cover of your binder.
• Pencil with eraser that you can leave in your binder.

Parking is available in the visitor's lot adjacent to the Gallagher Bluedorn. Parking may be limited on days where events are scheduled for the Gallagher Bluedorn or UNI School of Music..

Questions? Contact the UNI Community Music School at childrenschoir@uni.edu or by calling 273-2142.

The University’s Equal Opportunity and Non-discrimination Statement scan be found at http://www.uni.edu/policies/1303.