The Ames Children's Choirs program aspires to the best in the American choral tradition for young singers. The focus is the development of self-esteem through artistic experience including healthy vocal technique, expressive singing, and music literacy. The program promotes musical excellence, performing music from all cultures and traditions, the potential and achievements of young people, creating connections in the community and throughout the world, volunteerism, making the program available to all musically talented children and the joy of singing.