Jamaica Youth Chorale
Superb Music. Amazing Young People. A Great Jamaican Choir!
The Jamaica Youth Chorale (JYC) is a movement of Jamaican youth, committed to the highest standard in the performance of choral music.
Founded in December 2008, the JYC quickly emerged as one of the nation’s leading choirs being featured in many local, regional and international publications, productions and events.
This includes an annual concert season and recital. The SATB choir consists members from across the island, ranging in age from 16 – 24 years and is led by award winning conductor and musician Greg Simms with Musical Direction by Dr Kathy Brown.
Coming from the expanse of the Jamaican culture with unique innovations, the JYC’s repertoire is centred on, but not limited to, Jamaican and other Caribbean musical styles.
A part of the Chorale’s mandate is to provide an opportunity for young composers and arrangers in choral music to present their works especially in Jamaican folk, spirituals, contemporary and other works.
The JYC has performed to critical acclaim for 10 years now and is known for its inimitable interpretive style and distinct tone.
