Lehi - Saratoga Springs Chapter

Registration OPEN NOW!

Come and join us!

Who? When?

Singers are invited to join one of three groups:

  • ages 8-18: after school Wednesdays 4:00-6:00 (Lehi Arts Center, 685 N Center St, Lehi). 2 ensembles (8-11, 12+), exact time for each TBA

  • ages 8-18: if interest allows, daytime/homeschool Fridays between 12 and 3, exact time TBA (Lehi Arts Center, 685 N Center St, Lehi)

  • ages 5-7: if interest allows, Wednesdays after school, 30-45 min, exact time TBA

The season runs September-May.

The past two years we have been all treble (soprano & alto) but if we have enough changing/changed voices interested we will gladly expand that group—contact us for more info!

If interest allows, we are opening a new group called Presto for ages 5-7; it will be a 30-45 minute, play-based music and singing fun class! It will be on Wednesday after school, exact time TBA.

Refer any questions to melodypaskett@gmail.com.

What is Conexa?

The name “Conexa” means “to connect.” Singers will--

  • connect with music– varied, beautiful, and fun music chosen with attention to meaning and message, healthy singing techniques, and musicianship 

  • connect with other youth– ensembles will build unity in their own rehearsals then come together with other locations and ensembles for concerts

  • connect with the community– performing choral music is an opportunity to share our messages and skills with friends and family

Cost

Tuition: $350 per season or $190 per semester (Sep-Dec or Jan-May) See table below for discounts and quick reference.

Performance Outfits: singer provides own:

—white top (long- or short-sleeved blouse, dress shirt, polo, etc.)

—black skirt & tights or slacks & socks, black dress shoes

Concerts: tickets will be required for concerts in order to offset concert costs (estimated ticket price $6-12)

There are so many ways to make participation affordable; feel free to contact us for more information.

Are there discounts, scholarships, or work studies available?

YES! See table above for quick reference; details here:

Early Bird discounts: pay in full by 7/15 and get 10% off, OR pay $50 deposit by 7/15 and get $10 off tuition

Sibling discount: second (third, etc) child from the same household get a 10% discount (can be combined with Early Bird discount!)

Scholarships: need-based scholarships are available.

Work Studies: WE NEED HELP!! We will offer a number of partial tuition waivers in exchange for parent/family member assistance with a variety of jobs, including: attendance, social media, tech/website help, concert help, sheet music, venue planning, piano accompanists, other musical accompanists or support, marketing, design, photography, videography, etc, etc.

Contact melodypaskett@gmail.com for scholarship and work study questions.

FAQs

  • Melody Paskett, Director

    Genevieve Kopping, Assistant Director

    Olivia Gardner, Assistant Director

    See Staff Bios HERE

  • Rehearsals—Wednesdays after school (between 4 and 6:30); exact times TBA. See also: Rehearsal Calendar (link to the left)

    Performances: 1-3 concerts per semester (Dec and April/May); listed on Rehearsal Calendar and Events page

    (This includes 1 main concert and 1-2 potential community performances each semester.)

    Practice files will be provided to aid in at-home memorizing. Each ensemble will be learning 4-6 songs per semester.

  • No audition is required; all are welcome! No musical experience is necessary–just a desire to learn and a willingness to try.

    As part of your registration we may ask singers to submit a video or have an in-person meeting with a director–this is just for placement and to help us get to know each singer!

  • Annual Pleasant Grove Utah Children’s Choir Camp —Aug 4 - Aug 6, 2025.

    Anyone interested–members or not–can register for either camp!

  • The original UCC will continue in PG under the combined leadership of Melody Paskett and Founder Kay Asay, and with the sponsorship of PG Arts Council. Conexa Youth Choirs will operate as a satellite chapter, combining with PG for concerts and with the same focus on choral music excellence.

A Utah Children’s Choir chapter in the Lehi/Saratoga Springs area, with a new satellite-based format called Conexa. As satellite groups are formed, singers will come together with other Conexa groups for concerts. We offer:

  • many years of experience with children’s choral and vocal training; directors are Level 1&2 Kodály trained

  • weekly focus on music literacy education and ear training 

  • wide choral repertoire, focusing on music that is high quality, fun and interesting to learn and perform, and always has a positive message 

  • promotion of age-appropriate, healthy singing skills 

  • commitment to the idea that all children can sing—no auditions needed, all skill levels welcomed

  • performances (end of semester), solo opportunities, and connection with other musical groups, instrumentalists, and performers