YPC is an internationally acclaimed choral ensemble, praised for its virtuosity and brilliant sound by The New York Times. Under the leadership of Founder and Artistic Director Francisco J. Núñez, a MacArthur Fellow, and Creative Director Elizabeth Núñez, the non – profit organization uplifts over 2,000 young people annually, representing every neighborhood of New York City, empowering children of all backgrounds with a unique program of music education and choral performance that unlocks pathways to success through the arts.
Renowned for its expansive repertoire, YPC (Young People’s Chorus of New York City) has commissioned hundreds of works from emerging and established composers. Their exceptional performances have been heard in five continents, where they performed with leading orchestras at world famous venues like Tokyo’s Bunkyo Civic Hall, Czech Republic’s Smetana Hall, Beijing’s Opera House, and New York City’s Lincoln Center and Carnegie Hall. YPC regularly performs on national radio and television programs including CBS Sunday Morning and has been featured on NBC, ABC, BBC, CCTV, FOX, NHK, PBS, and more..
Among YPC’s many honors are a National Arts and Humanities Youth Program Award from the White House, an honor from First Lady Laura Bush, and performances before prime ministers, Pope Francis and Pope John Paul.
YPC has competed in international competitions and most recently won 10 gold medals and four world championships during the World Choir Games in Korea 2023 and New Zealand 2024. Their holiday film special Topsy Turvy New York won a 66th Annual New York Emmy® Award. Its documentary This Time Round, earned “Best Producer” at the Toronto Indie Filmmakers Festival and “Best Soundtrack” at the New York International Film Awards.
YPC Choristers:
Catalayah Alonzo
Avery Bayani
Genevieve Beverly
Brooklyn Campbell
Marlowe Cortes-Tower
Elinor Dennis
Yemelly Gill
Gabriella Jerez
Arianna Lisser
Hanna Minevich
Naomi Minevich
Amaliah Nolasco
Miriam Tanner
Nicholas Tanner
Liv Williams
William Xu
Aiden Zhang
YPC Staff:
Emma Hathaway Sway
Ahra Cho
Francisco J. Núñez
Nancy Bloom
Lindsay Bogaty