Singing in the chorus

The Children’s Chorus and the Boys’ Chorus of the Deutsche Oper Berlin, comprising around 200 singers, form an important part of the ensemble. Here, the young singers can develop their skills under professional guidance. In the Junior Children’s Chorus (ages 7–10), the youngest members learn how to use their voices and are prepared for the great operatic repertoire for children’s choirs. The Children’s Chorus (aged 8 and over) performs in opera productions on the main stage. Children who have already gained considerable stage experience sing in the Concert Chorus, performing a repertoire that extends beyond the standard operatic repertoire. The Youth Chorus brings together young male voices (from the time of voice change) and female voices (aged 16 and over). They develop a broad repertoire spanning different styles and eras. From a cappella programmes and oratorios to modern opera productions, the choir covers a wide musical spectrum. Further project ensembles have emerged from the Boys’ Chorus: alongside a group of young male voices, a mixed ensemble performs together with well-known singer-songwriters in the concert series Tanz auf dem Vulkan.