Martin Luther King Day concert 2005

The Boston Children’s Chorus in partnership with the New England Conservatory, and the Young People’s Chorus of New York City – 170 children representing a multitude of races, cultures, and religions – celebrated in song a dream of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. for “a beautiful symphony of brotherhood.” These acclaimed groups embodied Dr. King’s message of hope as they came together in song. The Boston Children’s Chorus, a diverse group of children aged seven to fifteen from Boston’s neighborhoods and surrounding communities, under the direction of Darren Dailey, shared the stage with the Young People’s Chorus of New York City and Artistic Director, Francisco J. Núñez, in its 2nd annual Martin Luther King Day concert on January 17th, 7:30 p.m. at Jordan Hall.

The mission of the Boston Children’s Chorus is broad and ambitious: youth development, social healing, and community building. This theme is underscored by Darren Dailey, the Chorus’ Artistic Director. “Choral music, at its best, expresses universal truths that connect in a spiritual and emotional way with the life of the performer as well as that of the listener. When children perform at their highest level, the synergy of the music, text and young performers creates a pathway that gives the listener an opportunity to experience profound inner meaning. That is the power of singing children.” Through its programs and performances, the Boston Children’s Chorus uses music to help improve the social integration of Boston’s many diverse groups, bringing together children, families, and communities to sing and celebrate, develop relationships, and break down social barriers.