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Children’s choir and vocal music education for grades K–6 serving Washington, DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia.

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Vivace means "full of life and energy," and our young singers bring that spark to every rehearsal and performance. Our choral program helps children grow into confident, expressive performers in a joyful, supportive ensemble.

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Meet the Founder

Dr. Ingrid Lestrud

Dr. Lestrud brings over 20 years of professional experience in choral education and conducting. As former Principal Associate Conductor of the Grammy Award-winning National Children's Chorus, she has prepared young singers for performances at Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, and the Kennedy Center. She holds a Doctor of Music degree from Northwestern University and has served on college faculties across the country.

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Your generosity supports scholarships, sheet music, venue rentals, and meaningful performance opportunities for children in grades K–6 across the greater Washington, DC region. Every gift strengthens a young singer’s confidence and love of music.

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