The Detroit Opera Youth Chorus (DOYC) is a world-class training program for young vocalists ages 8 through senior year in high school from metropolitan Detroit.

The chorus performs as a separate ensemble as well as with international opera stars in Detroit Opera mainstage productions. Rehearsals take place at the Detroit Opera House on Monday evenings from September through May, led by Principal Chorus Conductor Rebecca Eaddy, and Preparatory Chorus Conductor Jane Panikkar.

2026/2027 Auditions

Auditions for the 2026/2027 DOYC Season will take place on May 30, June 8, and June 20. Additional dates may be added.

Register for an audition here.

For more information, please email Twannette Nash, Chorus Administrator, at
TNash@detroitopera.org.

Audition Preparation Workshop

New to singing or preparing for an audition? Sign up for an audition preparation class on June 15, here.