Praised as “rare, radiant, and beautiful” by composer Nick Page, the New World Singers of Columbus Children’s Choir are no strangers to the public arena. Conducted by Artistic Director Jeanne Wohlgamuth and comprising students in sixth through twelfth grade, the New World Singers possess the technique and artistry to perform with world-class ensembles such as the Columbus Symphony, Opera Columbus, and the Vienna Boys’ Choir. They have had the honor to perform in that nation’s most prestigious venues, including the White House.  

On the international stage, the New World Singers have performed in Germany, Russia, Italy, France, Canada, Austria, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Slovenia, and Spain. In 2021, they won Grand Prize at the Youth International Choral Competition and the Rimini International Choral Festival Competition, where they received first place in both equal voices and children’s choir divisions. 

Closer to home, the New World Singers have been featured on ESPN, NBC4, ABC6, and FOX28. They were honored to join the Columbus Youth Symphony Orchestra for a joint concert at Carnegie Hall in June 2018 and will return to Carnegie Hall in June 2022. The New World Singers took first place in 2010, 2019, and 2021 at The American Prize in Choral Performance, youth choir division.  

This year marks the 27th season of Columbus Children’s Choir, and while much has changed since its inception, the commitment to community and artistic excellence remains the same. Columbus Children’s Choir serves more than 600 students and teachers with educational offerings, including educator workshops, master classes, clinics, and programs for children in kindergarten through twelfth grade—all with the mission of fostering the personal growth of children through meaningful experiences in music education and vocal performance.