Prima Voce - Allegro Choral Academy

The Allegro Choral Academy serves over 165 students in grades 2-8 in from communities throughout the south metro area of Minneapolis/St. Paul. Since its founding in 2006, Allegro has doubled in size and has become the premiere choral music education experience for children “south of the river.” The mission of the Allegro Choral Academy is to provide a comprehensive vocal music experience to young people through the achievement of musical excellence in an environment that nurtures creativity, teamwork and the love of singing. Allegro plays an important role in its community, as well. Allegro uses its concerts as opportunities to give back to its community and those most in need. At every Allegro concert, money is raised for a predetermined charity or cause. More information on Allegro’s charity outreach program may be found on its website: www.allegroca.org. Allegro is also active developing its musical distinctiveness. In 2008, Allegro’s Bel Canto choir performed the world premiere of Ah, Nagasaki with the Minnesota Chorale and the Metropolitan Symphony Orchestra. Allegro has also started a tradition of commissioning new pieces of choral music. In June of 2012, Allegro’s Bel Canto choir performed at Orchestra Hall under the direction of internationally renowned composer and conductor, Francisco Nuňez.

Instructors:

Jody Petter has been an elementary music specialist for 25 years, most of which in the Bloomington school district. She currently teaches at Parkview Elementary in ISD196.

Kari Douma has been a vocal music educator for 24 years. She directs choirs and musical theatre at Eastview High School in ISD196 and is co-founder of the Allegro Choral Academy.

Greg Douma has directed choirs and musical theatre productions for 25 years. He is currently Director of Vocal Music and BRAVO! at Eastview High School in ISD196.

Carrie Kuehl has over 15 years of experience teaching theatre arts. She is currently musical theatre and Drama Club director at Scott Highlands Middle School.