Holding Space
for the Creative Arts

We are a city-wide youth choir in Colorado Springs that cultivates
a deep understanding of music composition, experimentation,
and innovation in a 9th-12th grade setting.

Better Together – May Concert

Sunday, May 17th, 7pm
First Congregational Church

Join Colorado Springs Youth Choir as we celebrate connection and community. This concert will feature local choirs from across the Pikes Peak region, including Good Treble and Mountainside Elementary. Select members of Choral Song and Colorado Springs Youth Symphony will also perform. 

Additionally, we are happy to announce that we will collab with local visual artist Erin Kittelson for this concert. Her work will be featured in our program and will be on display. 

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America the Beautiful
PopUp Choir

March 21st, 5pm
Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum
Free Event

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2026 Spring Visual Artist:
Erin Kittelson

One of the purposes of CSYC is to bring together all of the arts to inspire and connect community. To do this we aim to highlight and collaborate with one local visual artist during each season  

Erin Kittelson is an artist whose work explores the intersections of memory, pattern, and human connection. Through a thoughtful blend of texture, color, and narrative, she creates pieces that invite viewers into intimate, reflective spaces. Her practice is rooted in careful observation and a deep curiosity about the emotional landscapes that shape our lived experiences. 

Erin received her bachelor degree from Florida State University in 2023 for Studio Art.
She currently resides in Colorado Springs. egkolio.com

Crafting Experiences
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We talk a lot about the Magical Moments that happen in music. It can be in a formal ensemble in a concert with a conductor, around a campfire, or singing in the shower. It can happen with your close friends, strangers in a flashmob, or even alone at the piano.

We believe musicians chase these moments, even if they’re unaware. We might venture to say most people chase these moments, even if they wouldn’t consider themselves “musicians.”

It’s a moment of connection to the universe, some would say to God, some would say to their deeper selves.

We want to cultivate these moments.

Our Drive

The Vision of CSYC

Colorado Springs Youth Choir exists to create an authentic, safe space for high schoolers to experiment musically and find deep connections that will last a lifetime.

  • We want to provide a space that doesn’t perform just for performance’s sake, but let’s the SINGERS have much of the say in the entire creative process.
  • We want to expand upon traditional concerts to include a multi-sensory experience, integrating visual art installations and spoken word to enhance the music.
  • We want to be inclusive of all, regardless of social background, ethnicity, disability, orientation, religion or any other way people separate themselves from one another. We will do all we can to provide a safe and encouraging space for everyone.
  • We want an affordable cost that does not hinder anyone from being able to join. Profit is not the goal.
  • We want low parent/guardian commitment, meaning low-to-no fundraising commitments, responsibilities and volunteer jobs. We will keep our costs low and our commitments minimal to allow more space for creative expansion.
Cultivating Art
Picture of Katy Crumpton and Moses Swedberg smiling and laughing

Who We Are

Artistic Director & Conductor:
Katy Crumpton

Katy has a passion for creating impactful experiences in music and the arts. She has a rich history in music education, choral conducting, vocal performance, and pedagogy. It’s one of Katy’s dreams to bring her passion, experience, and expertise to the youth of Colorado Springs in a supportive and affirming environment.

Collaborative Pianist:
Moses Swedberg

Moses’ playing has been called “transcendent.” He puts artistry and purpose into everything he plays. When he isn’t practicing, he enjoys performing, collaborating, accompanying, and teaching.

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Auditions

We are holding auditions for the Fall 2026 semester! Please click the link below for dates, full information on the audition process, and a form to reserve a time.

Audition Information