Founded in 2003, Heartland Youth Choir has been inspiring young singers across Greater Des Moines for over 20 years.
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2026-2027 Season
Ready to join? Registration is now open for the 2026–2027 season.
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 & growth possible.
Get to Know HYC
A glimpse into rehearsals, performances, and community.
Upcoming Events - Try It Out!
September 13 – October 1 | HYC Central (Windsor Heights) & HYC North (Ankeny)
Not sure if choir is the right fit? Try It Out! gives new singers ages 4–18 a low-pressure way to explore HYC's ensembles, make new friends, and discover what choral music can do for them, and no experience is necessary.
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.”
“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
“I feel that it has built my confidence immensely in all respects but most significantly in my stage presence and leadership skills.”
— HYC Singer
“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
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.
