Family Folk Choir
Parent & Family Participation Guide
Our choir is a place for connection, joy, and shared song —
where all ages and voices come together in harmony.
To help us care for this space, here are a few simple guidelines:
Your Role as a Parent/Guardian
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Join in the singing – Your presence and participation make the choir stronger.
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Model kindness and patience – Children learn best by watching the grownups around them.
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Encourage, don’t correct – Let your child explore their voice freely; leave the teaching to the facilitators.
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Celebrate mistakes – They’re a natural part of learning for both you and your child; laugh together and keep singing.
Supporting Your Child
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Help them feel prepared. Eat beforehand if needed, bring water, arrive on time, and settle in together.
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Practice. Consider singing choir songs together between practices, as a way to deepen your musical connection and enrich your choir practice experiences as well.
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Share the spotlight. Sometimes your child may lead; sometimes you will. Both matter.
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Step back if needed. If you or your child are having a hard time, it’s okay to pause and take a break to breathe before rejoining.
Group Expectations
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This is a participatory musical community — everyone joins in! Parents are responsible for caring for their younger children during choir time, as childcare is not provided.
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Respect all voices — listen when it’s someone else’s turn, use encouraging words, and avoid criticism.
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Support independence. Older kids (8+) who attend on their own must be ready to engage respectfully in a group setting.
Together We Create…
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A welcoming space for all ages and abilities
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Music that celebrates community and sharing our journeys
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Lasting memories of singing side by side