The Columbus Indiana Children’s Choir is a cooperative effort between the Columbus Indiana Philharmonic and the Indianapolis Children’s Choir.

See all the CICC’s programs below:

Choir (Grades 3-8)

The Columbus Indiana Children’s Choir (CICC) is an auditioned group of children from grades 3 through 8 in Bartholomew County and surrounding counties.

The program has two choirs, the Concert Choir for more advanced singers and the Descant Choir for beginning members. Each choir rehearses once a week and performs locally three or four times each semester. Advanced singers are offered tour opportunities – past tours have included: Carnegie Hall (New York City), Washington DC, Western National Parks Tour, Ireland, Canada, and central Europe.

Scheduling your audition is as easy as completing the form here and hitting the submit button or by calling us at 317-940-9640.  Someone from our office will be in contact with open times available for an audition.

Preparatory Program (Grades 1-3)

Click here for more info on the CICC Preparatory Program!

Music At Play (MAP) – early childhood program (Ages 3-5)

Click here for more info on the CICC’s Early Childhood classes!

Concert and Descant Choir Tuition for the 2026-2027 season:

The cost for the 2026-2027 Season is $610 for the year (plus a $60, non-refundable registration fee).

Early Bird discounts are available: $20 off until May 31, 2026; $15 off until June 30, 2026; $10 off until July 31, 2026.
Prorated fees available for spring semester only registration.
Financial assistance is available.

Questions about tuition? Contact Paul Schafer at 317-943-2174.