The YPC National Chorister Lab is a summer intensive for singers ages 8-18, offering the opportunity to collaborate, learn and grow with choristers from around the world, under the direction of YPC’s Artistic Director and Founder, Francisco J. Núñez and YPC’s team of master-teachers.
YPC NATIONAL LAB 2026
COLLABORATE
Sing and form lasting connections with choristers from around the world.
LEARN
Learn from YPC’s world-renowned team of master teachers including Founder/Artistic Director, Francisco J. Núñez.
PERFORM
Explore repertoire from a wide range of traditions and styles, including a world premiere by YPC National’s composer in residence.
GROW
Develop tools as an artist, performer and leader that you can take back to your home choral community!
FAQs
Who should apply?
Choristers ages 8-18 who are passionate about singing, eager to grow musically, and excited to connect with young artists from around the world.
What is the time commitment?
The YPC National Lab runs from approximately 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. for four days, from July 22-25, 2026.
Where will the YPC National Summer Intensive take place?
The majority of the intensive will take place at YPC’s Home Studios – 37 W 65th St, 2nd Floor. Our final concert and dress rehearsal will take place at Brick Church on Manhattan’s Upper East Side.
What is the participation fee?
The participation fee for the YPC National Lab is $400. This fee is inclusive of all workshop materials (including music and t-shirts), 2 group lunches, and snacks each day. To inquire about partial scholarships or group rates, please email info@ypcnational.org.
Is there housing available?
The YPC National Lab is a day program. Families are responsible for securing their chorister’s housing in New York City for the duration of the program.
YPC National has a block of rooms reserved at the Empire Hotel (44 West 63rd Street) – a 4 minute walk from YPC’s Home, where the majority of our programming will be held.
You can reserve a room via phone +1-833-203-7317 (mention YPC National), or via this booking link: YPC National – Empire Hotel Booking Link.
How do I register?
Registration is officially open! Click HERE to register today.
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