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

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.

CICC Descant Choir

Beginning Level, Grades 3-8
Mondays, 5:15 – 6:15 pm
Helen Haddad Hall, Columbus

CICC Concert Choir

Advanced Level, Grades 3-8
Mondays, 6:00 – 7:30 pm
Helen Haddad Hall, Columbus

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.

Auditions for Choirs:

Schedule your audition below- no preparation is required!

Singers in grades 3 through 8 are placed in a choir based on their ability and experience. A simple vocal audition (no preparation required) will determine the best fit for your singer so that they can learn, grow, and have fun while being a part of the CICC.

You can find a helpful video about auditioning here.

Scheduling your audition is as easy as completing the form below 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.

The Columbus Indiana Children’s Choir gratefully acknowledges support from our community partners:

The CICC is extremely grateful to the Duke Energy Foundation. With their enthusiastic support, this choir is able to give musical opportunities to the children in the Bartholomew County area.