Building Confidence One Note At A Time: PAW’s Top Pop Choir Camp

Los Angeles is a city that pulses with creativity and celebrates self-expression, making it the perfect place to explore the sheer joy of singing. You don’t need to be a polished performer or hit every note perfectly to discover the magic of music. Singing is about finding your voice and letting it shine! For the young vocalist in your family, a one-week summer day camp could be an exciting opportunity to embrace the thrill of singing, connect with others who share their passion, and experience the transformative power of music in a welcoming setting. For many children, one of the biggest hurdles isn’t mastering a high note but it’s believing in themselves. By singing in a supportive and encouraging environment, they’ll discover their voice not just as a singer, but as someone capable of achieving big dreams. The focus on collaboration and creativity mirrors the very heart of LA’s music scene, showing young performers that their aspirations are not only possible but also worth pursuing.

A weeklong summer day camp program offers more than just the opportunity to sing pop hits; it’s a chance for your aspiring singer to gain the confidence and skills they’ll need to share their vocal talents with the world, whether they are beginners or are advancing performers. Through group singing, guidance, and the thrill of getting to perform, children will learn to embrace the spotlight with courage and pride. Also learning how to sing has been linked to improved academic performance thanks to the variety of cognitive, social, and emotional benefits it offers:

• Enhance Memory and Learning: Learning lyrics and musical patterns sharpens memory skills, which directly translate to better retention of academic material.

• Improved Focus and Discipline: Participating in choir requires dedication during rehearsal and performance, teaching children to maintain focus. This skill can positively impact their ability to stay attentive in class and during study sessions.

• Language Development: Singing enhances language acquisition by improving diction, projection, enunciation, and comprehension. This can lead to stronger reading and writing skills, as well as more effective communication abilities.

• Stress Reduction: Singing is a known stress reliever that promotes emotional well-being. When children are less stressed, they can approach their schoolwork with a clearer and more positive mindset, leading to higher academic achievement.

By fostering these skills through singing, children are equipped not only to excel in music but also to thrive in their academics. This is one of the reasons why music programs are often considered an essential part of a well-rounded education! Here at Performing Arts Workshops, our Top Pop Choir Summer Camp is perfect for young singers (ages 8-14) who are passionate about singing and want to refine and explore their vocal ability. This cutting-edge vocal program draws on contemporary music and is ideal for both beginning and advancing campers alike, because we select age-appropriate songs from their favorite artists…such as Taylor Swift, Katy Perry, Ed Sheeran, Billie Eilish and More! Campers will learn proper singing techniques, vocal warm-ups, breath control, pitch, phrasing for singers, song interpretation and music appreciation. Through practice they will accomplish singing solfege, major and minor scales, and even 4-part harmonies, as well as learn to control their singing volume using vowels, phrases, and emotion to master crescendos and decrescendos…taking them to a whole new level as young singers! If they love to sing, they’ll love PAW’s Top Pop Choir!

A noteworthy aspect of PAW’s Top Pop Choir is that campers don’t need to be experienced singers to join because it’s about the collective sound you learn to create. One of the most rewarding aspects of participating is learning to share your voice and bring joy to others. Our teachers apply the latest techniques and methods which keep vocal training engaging, fresh, and fun, while placing a special emphasis on showmanship. We have found that it’s this mixture of vocal methods and cutting-edge music that helps us shape young singers, creates a well-rounded camp experience, and guides the kids to achieve a broad range of vocal styles. Throughout the week, the kids will develop a vocal set and enjoy the opportunity to share the spotlight as they perform it at the end of the week.

So, whether your child simply wants to experience the pure joy of singing, love belting out their favorite tunes, or experimenting with new harmonies, Top Pop Choir Summer Camp is the perfect place where their passion for singing can shine. After all, every memorable melody begins with a single note why not start here? Because PAW allows only up to 10 children in each session, each child receives a lot of individual attention. If you want more information about camp, our office staff is always there to help you at (310) 827-8827 or just visit our website - PerformingArtsWorkshops.com.

By Rosalyn Skinner

Administrative Manager of Performing Arts Workshops, winner of BEST SUMMER CAMP in LA Parent Magazine.

With 8 camp locations to choose from, PAW is local to families near El Segundo, Northridge, Pasadena, Rancho Palos Verdes, Redondo Beach, Studio City, Torrance and West LA. To learn more about Performing Arts Workshops, call (310) 827-8827 for more information or visit https://performingartsworkshops.com/

PAW’s 2025 camp offerings of award-winning camps provide a well-rounded arts experience for children including : Musical Theater Camp, Actor’s Sizzle Reel, Stage FX Makeup, Guitar, Story Slam, Top Pop Choir, Photography, Debate Club, and LOL Stand Up Comedy!

At PAW, kids ages 5 ½ to 14 just need a curiosity and a passion for performing, whether they are novices or seasoned thespians. Pick your favorite activity or try them all! Your child will shine on stage for the ultimate arts experience from rehearsal to performance, where each session ends with a FREE creative performance enjoyed by the families of PAW campers. This summer the Musical Theater kids can perform in children’s adaptations of WICKED, HOGWARTS SCHOOL MUSICAL, ALICE IN WONDERLAND or BARBIE DREAM MUSICAL. PAW teachers are nurturing, skilled instructors who are dedicated to fostering a safe, non-competitive environment, where children can use the arts as a medium with which to learn communication, compassion, collaboration, and creativity. They work together to bring out the best in each child and create a summer experience where kids will make friends and lifelong memories.

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