I Love to SING! free program for kids begins this Saturday at Centre 55

SING! The Toronto International Vocal Arts Festival is once again welcoming kids from 8 to 16 to learn singing while having fun with some of Canada’s top vocal teachers.

I Love to SING! goes from Sept. 13 to Nov. 29 at Centre 55, 97 Main St., on select Saturdays.

In its third year, the program features regular free sessions and two performance opportunities. The program gives every young person a forum to express themselves, learn the art of melody, harmony, blending voices, and stage and performance technique.

Vocal professionals Latoya Hall Downer, Joseph Angelo and Allison Angelo lead the interactive sessions. The mentorship provided demonstrates to participants the possibilities of a music career path.

Through the clinics, participants learn to work with others from different spaces and backgrounds, learn to respect each other, and grow their artistry.

“Thank you for such an incredible opportunity for the kids. Music is a gift and it’s amazing to see what it does to children’s development,” said Tania, a parent of a participant.

I Love to SING! is supported by TELUS Friendly Future Foundation and Meridian.

For more information, and to register, please go to https://singtoronto.com/i-love-to-sing