Our Programs
Children’s Educational Center Campanella is a vibrant and dynamic non-profit organization committed to fostering cultural education and unity through music and art.
Campanella is so much more than a children's choir! We give our students opportunities to:
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Engage in creative screen-free activities;
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Build confidence and improve self-esteem;
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Learn to listen and hear;
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Overcome fears of public speaking;
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Express themselves creatively;;
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Receive positive attention and encouragement;
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Work hard and make efforts;
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Develop leadership skills;
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Make great, supportive friends;
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Enjoy exciting outings and road trips;
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Perform in prestigious venues;
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Win trophies and recognition;
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Feel safe and appreciated;
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Discover and develop their talents;
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Find their unique voice;
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Appreciate and respect culture;
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Belong to an award-winning collective;
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Serve the community;
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Enhance their college applications;
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Grow personally and artistically, and
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Find harmony within themselves, with others, and in the world.
Choral Programs
Our flagship Choir program consists of four levels, educating children ages 3 to 18. Students learn and perform a wide repertoire in English, French, Ukrainian, Hebrew, Russian, Spanish, African languages, American folk songs, and more.
Singers gradually grow personally and artistically, from performing in front of families, to participating in local events, and eventually representing Illinois in local and international festivals.
Art Classes
At the art classes kids explore drawing, painting, mixed-media, sculpture, traditional craft techniques, and study paint works of different epochs and styles, focusing on art traditions of different cultures.
Language Enrichment
The Language Enrichment program includes translating, understanding, and correct pronunciation of song lyrics in more than a dozen languages.
Also, by high demand, we have offered Russian language classes for more than 20 years.
Solo Opportunities
Every child at Campanella can become a soloist, supported by the entire choir. We provide in-depth training in vocal techniques, music theory, and performance skills.
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Contact Marianna Kosaya about solo opportunities and individual voice training:
Community Engagement and Special Projects
In the coming year, we envision Campanella expanding its reach and impact through enhanced programming and deeper community engagement. Our goal is to continue our mission to help children from various backgrounds prepare socially and emotionally for a bright future as educated, conscious members of the society. Music is our most powerful tool in achieving this goal. We will continue to include in our repertoire folk songs in native languages of our members, so the entire choir can learn the literal meaning and emotional canvas of folk music of different cultures.
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Using experiences gained in past projects, we have planned a number of multi-disciplinary projects, open to the general audience and our members:
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Healing Harmony - Restoring Broken Glass: a winter break workshop taught in English, Ukrainian, and Russian by a renowned Ukrainian born glass artist. Participants will engage in hands-on stained glass workshop, the pieces they create will be exhibited at Campanella winter concert themed on restoring brokenness by art and music.
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Community Outreach: an interactive presentation of a musical program for small children, to be presented by Campanella members in day care and educational centers.
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Children’s Choral festival: With assistance of Illinois Association of Choir Directors, we plan to organize and host a multi-choral festival in April 2025.
Adult Chamber Choir
Campanella Chamber Choir is a small group of special choral instruction for adults. The program is inclusive and open to everyone including adults with special needs, LGBTQ, Campanella alumni and general public.
