Musical Experiences & Vocal Development For La Crosse Area Boys Since 1974

About The La Crosse BoyChoir For Boys Ages 7-14 Who Love To Sing

The La Crosse BoyChoir provides musical experiences and vocal development to boys to prepare them for a lifetime of musical appreciation and enjoyment.

The Education & Repertoire

The curriculum of the La Crosse BoyChoir includes professional-level conducting and instruction, sight-singing, individual voice training, music theory, and musicianship.

The choir’s repertoire ranges from sacred music, classical works, spirituals, and folk songs to modern-day popular, though the significant emphasis is on the former. The beauty and timbre of boys’ voices are unique between the ages of 7 and 14, which results in the beautiful boychoir sound.

The Experience

Since its founding in 1974, a component of the La Crosse BoyChoir’s curriculum has included local, regional, national, and international concert tours and other character-building experiences.

The Choir Sections

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Meet Our Music Director Daniel Johnson-Wilmot - Founder & Artistic Director

“I love teaching because I enjoy the process that students engage in as they discover the musical gifts and artistic potential they possess and develop that potential to its fullest. The study of vocal music is a cooperative venture where teacher and student and accompanist enter in as partners to explore the creative potential of vocal artistry.”

Daniel Johnson-Wilmot is a Professor Emeritus and Visiting Professor in the Music Department at Viterbo University. He received his Bachelor of Arts in Music from St. John’s University, Collegeville, Minnesota, and a Master of Music in Voice from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He joined the Viterbo music faculty in 1973 and now teaches applied voice. He previously served as chair of the music department and is currently in his fiftieth year of teaching at Viterbo.

He is a past Regional Governor of the North Central Region of the National Association of Teachers of Singing. He continues to chair the Wisconsin NATS Student Auditions as he done for over twenty-five years. He served two terms as the National Vice President for the Membership of NATS. In 2019 he was chosen as a Master Teacher for the NATS Intern Program. Currently, he serves as the NATS National Student Auditions Coordinator and on the NATS National Conference Committee.

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Singer
He has sung roles in:
- The Marriage of Figaro
- The Wings of the Dove
- Rigoletto
- La Boheme
- The Rake’s Progress
- Die Fledermaus
As a District Metropolitan Opera Audition First Place Winner, he received early recognition as a fine lyric baritone.
Director
Works he has directed include:
- The Marriage of Figaro
- The Consul
- The Robbers
- Riders to the Sea
- Dido and Aeneas
- Hansel and Gretel
- Amahl and the Night Visitors
- Cinderella
- The Barber of Seville
- The Magic Flute
- Die Fledermaus
- Also numerous one-act operas
Soloist
Johnson-Wilmot has appeared as a soloist with the:
- St. Paul Chamber Orchestra
- Pro Arte Quartet
- Fox Valley Symphony
- Waukesha Symphony
- La Crosse Symphony
- Cleveland Orchestra in the Blossom Music Festival
His performances with the La Crosse Symphony Orchestra were bass and baritone solos in Orff’s Carmina Burana, Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony, Haydn’s Creation, and the Verdi Requiem.
Teacher
Daniel has adjudicated auditions and competitions and taught master classes in the United States, Europe, and China. His voice students have won over 400 awards in the NATS state, regional and national auditions. His students are frequent winners in the district and regional Metropolitan Opera auditions, the Bruce Carlson Schubert Club Scholarship Competition, and the Classical Singer Competition.

His former students are singing on Broadway and the Metropolitan Opera and in summer programs at:
- Sarasota
- Ohio Light
- Glimmerglass
- Merola
- Central City
- Professional choral groups such as Chanticleer
His students have received scholarships to prestigious graduate programs at:
- Manhattan School
- University of Indiana, Bloomington
- Cleveland Institute
- University of Houston
- University of Minnesota, Minneapolis
- University of Kentucky, Lexington
- University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
Conductor

Upcoming Performances We'd Love To See You At Our Next Event

A La Crosse BoyChoir Christmas: Rejoice!

Date: Sunday, December 10, 2023

Time: Concert is at 2 pm, doors open at 1:30 pm.

Location: Cappella Performing Arts Center, 721 King St, La Crosse, WI 54601

From Our Singers & Parents

“We are so fortunate to have a top notch musical organization like the La Crosse Boychoir for our son. As past members of the Boychoir (and Girlchoir) we are thankful the tradition of high quality musical experience continues through so many generations.”

Greg and Jill S., Parents

“I have been more confident and have become a better singer. I am learning how to read music too.”

Parker, Boychoir Member

“I really liked the songs that we sang.”

Micah, Boychoir Member

“Boychoir taught our son that putting in time and effort resulted in being able to be proud of himself and the hard work he did.”

Emily F., Parent

Audition and Join Us At A Rehearsal Now Scheduling Rehearsal Visits For The 2023-2024 Season

The La Crosse BoyChoir invites all boys, ages 7 and up, who love singing and want to sing, to join us at one of our rehearsals to learn more about our organization and meet other boys who love to sing. No previous singing experience or other preparation is necessary.

Come Feel The Magic Of The La Crosse BoyChoir

Our rehearsals are every Monday evening, September-May, from 6-8 pm at Cappella Performing Arts Center, 721 King Street, La Crosse, WI 54601.

We’re Excited To Sing With You

We schedule rehearsal visits throughout the season. Please plan on staying for the entire rehearsal so you can get the whole experience. During your rehearsal visit, you will participate in scales, rhythmic exercises, pitch matching, and singing.

Schedule Your Rehearsal Visit

Support The La Crosse Boychoir Your Donation Will Change Lives

The La Crosse BoyChoir provides boys with a unique singing experience through the generosity of individuals and sponsors who recognize the importance of such an opportunity. Our programming nurtures and enriches young men’s lives, and your support allows us to help boys succeed – your donation goes to work immediately to support the mission of the La Crosse BoyChoir.

One-Time or Monthly Donations

Support the ongoing work of the La Crosse BoyChoir and help give boys the highest quality music education in the centuries-old boychoir tradition through a one-time or monthly donation.

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Sponsorships

Your sponsorship will change the lives of talented young singers and help keep the La Crosse BoyChoir a viable performing arts organization in the Seven Rivers Region.

Legacy Gifts, Bequests, & Appreciable Securities

Remember the La Crosse BoyChoir in your will or trust and guarantee the financial security of our organization for years to come.

Thank You Sponsors

Contact Us

Mailing Address: PO Box 186, La Crosse, WI 54602-0186

Rehearsal Address: Cappella Performing Arts Center, 721 King Street, La Crosse, WI 54601

Call: (608) 780-8169

Email: [email protected]