The Ashland Symphonic Youth Chorus began in 1990 under the auspices of the Ashland Symphony Orchestra and direction of Sandra Brown.  In 1997 the choir separated from the orchestra to become an independent organization dedicated to the development and growth of the youthful choral voice.  We are in residence at Ashland University and appreciate the University’s valuable support of our program.  Since its inception, the Chorus has involved over 900 students across six choirs.  We are proud to have touched the lives of so many!

ASYC Performance at Conventions:

American Choral Directors Association – NATIONAL Convention, 1999

American Choral Directors Association – REGIONAL Convention, 2000

American Choral Directors Association – (Ohio) STATE Conventions, 1995 & 2000

Ohio Music Educators Association – STATE Conventions, 1992, 1995 & 1998

ASYC Performances with Orchestras:

Ashland Symphony Orchestra – 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1996, 1999, 2000, 2003, 2004, 2008

Mansfield Youth Orchestra – 1993

ASYC Performances at Festivals:

Capital University – 1993 & 1995

Summit Choral Society “Choral Fest” – 1995

Springfield Children’s Chorus Festival – 1999

Ashtabula Children’s Chorus Festival – 2000

Columbus Children’s Choir Event – 2000

Hocking County Children’s Chorus Festival – 2002

ASYC Performances with Dignitaries:

Lady Margaret Thatcher – Former Prime Minister of Great Britain

Henry Kissinger – Former U.S. Secretary of State, USA

ASYC Major Trips & Tours:

1997 – England / Scotland

1999 – France

2001 – Vancouver, Canada

2005 – Chicago