Founded in 2003, Heartland Youth Choir has been inspiring young singers across Greater Des Moines for over 20 years.
Register for the Season
2026-2027 Season
Ready to join? Registration now open for 2026–27!
Find Your Choir
Learn about our choirs
Explore our ensemble levels and find the best fit for your singer’s age & experience.
Support HYC
Donate to support us
Community support makes our performances and learning opportunities possible.
Upcoming Events
SummerTunes & SummerSongs
July 13-17 | Windsor Heights Lutheran Church
Looking for a fun and meaningful summer activity? SummerTunes (grades K-3) & SummerSongs (grades 4-8) give singers the opportunity to build confidence, make friends, and explore music in a joyful and encouraging environment. ☀️🎶
Voices of Heartland Youth Choir
Hear from families and singers who are part of our HYC community.
“This organization is not just about developing musical skills, it’s also about raising a new generation of kind, intelligent people.”
“Her confidence has grown significantly! She has had opportunities to use her talents in ways that have challenged her personally and on the stage.”
— HYC Parent
“I feel that it has built my confidence immensely in all respects but most significantly in my stage presence and leadership skills.”
— HYC Singer
“HYC has been a huge part of shaping our family and our daughters into who they are becoming. We're grateful for all our experiences with HYC!”
— HYC Parent
Testimonials are drawn from anonymous parent and singer engagement survey responses.
Thank you to the generous individuals, businesses, and community organizations who together make Heartland Youth Choir possible!
Support provided by the Iowa Arts Council, a division of the Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs, and the National Endowment for the Arts.
