A Children's Choir for Our Community
Inwood & Washington Heights (NYC)
This choir aims to unite children through the power of music, allowing them to explore their Latino roots while creating lasting friendships and memorable experiences.
Join Us!
Our purpose is to create a Children's Choir for our vibrant community of Inwood and Washington Heights, an initiative designed to bring together young voices in celebration of Latino heritage and culture, fostering an environment of joyful learning and musical exploration. Please fill out the form and press SEND INFO to let us know about your interest in being part.
Please share this opportunity with other families in our community who would be interested in joining us to make it possible! Stay tuned for more information soon!
Benefits of Choir Participation for Children
Cultural enrichment and identity
Understanding and celebrating cultural roots through music can enhance self-esteem and provide a stronger connection to community and heritage.
Social and emotional growth
Singing in a choir offers an emotional outlet, allowing children to express themselves, manage stress, and experience joy and satisfaction in a supportive environment.
Cognitive and academic enhancement
Music education has been linked to better performance in areas such as math and reading, as it involves understanding patterns, rhythm, and counting.
Claudia Govantes
Claudia Govantes is an award-winning vocalist, pianist, and music educator with over 20 years of experience bringing the joy of music to life. Based in New York City, her career spans performance, choral direction, and early childhood through middle school education across Cuba, Florida, New Jersey, and New York.
Claudia's artistic roots run deep. In Cuba, she served as Professor of Vocal Performance at the prestigious Amadeo Roldán Conservatory of Music, Professor of Music and Choral Conductor at the Havana Baptist Theological Seminary, and Associate Director of the Children's Choir at the Gran Teatro de la Habana.
Her passion for creative collaboration has led her to work alongside some of the world's most vibrant arts organizations. She served as Music Director for National Dance Institute (NDI) residency shows at the Catskill Mountain Foundation during the summers of 2022 and 2023, and continues to collaborate as an NDI teaching artist and pianist. She has also taught piano technique and music theory with Arturo O'Farrill Afro Latin Jazz Alliance (ALJA), served on the voice and piano faculty for the American Children's Orchestra for Peace, and provided music instruction and accompaniment for Bold Arts, All Saints Episcopal Day School, Ascension School, and Corlears School.
Whether conducting a choir, accompanying a dance residency, or guiding young learners through their very first musical steps, Claudia blends deep technical expertise with warmth, energy, and a passion for cultural expression.
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This is an initiative of Govantes Music Academy to create a choir for the Inwood and Washington Heights community in New York City. If you are interested in helping us in any way, please contact us at: govantesmusicacademy@gmail.com
