About

Founded in 1991, the mission of the Albuquerque Girl Choir is to provide a positive musical experience for girls as they learn music fundamentals through vocal training and performance in an upbeat, encouraging atmosphere.  As members learn to express their joy in music, they experience personal growth and increased self-confidence.  AGC is comprised of two groups that teach music fundamentals according to age and ability.  As girls progress, they gain increasing competence with a variety of musical styles and vocal abilities.  AGC is open to enrollment for any girl, grades 2nd - 12th, who loves to sing.  No auditions are required.

The Main Choir is comprised of girls in 2nd-12th grades.  All AGC singers will be part of the Main Choir, where members learn music fundamentals such as rhythm, pitch, and vocal expression. It utilizes a diverse repertoire of music including classical, contemporary, gospel, folk, patriotic, seasonal, and foreign songs to build understanding, experience, and confidence.  The girls develop music-thinking skills and learn the discipline of blending voices and singing parts using printed music and the ear. It is a fun and encouraging atmosphere.

Advanced Choir is a fun and exciting group for students in grades 4–12 who are ready for a musical challenge! This auditioned group is made up of singers who are also members of our Main Choir, and it offers an extra opportunity to grow as musicians and leaders.

In Advanced Choir, students strengthen their vocal technique, learn more about music theory, and gain confidence as performers. They’ll sing a wide variety of beautiful and challenging music, all while building important leadership skills within the choir.

Rehearsals - Rehearsals are held on Thursday evenings at First Presbyterian Church at 215 Locust St NE in Albuquerque.  The Prep and Main Choirs practices from 5 p.m. - 6 p.m.  The Advanced Choir rehearses with the Main Choir at 5:30 p.m. and has additional training until 6:45 p.m.

Performances - Because performance is part of our mission, we strive to schedule at least four performances per semester.  In addition to traditional winter and spring concerts, past performances have included performing with other music groups such as the American Boy Choir, US Naval Academy Women’s Glee Club, Tucson Girl Choir, ABQ Boy Choir, and the ABQ Youth Symphony.  Also, other past performances have been at the ABQ Botanical Garden’s River of Lights, the Balloon Museum’s Children’s Festival, Isotopes Ball Games, and frequent visits to local retirement centers.  The performance schedule is updated on the Events page of this website and parents are also notified as dates are firmed up.