Austinites are in for a really special concert on Tuesday, July 26 at The Paramount Theatre. The Young People’s Chorus of New York City will be performing at 7:30 p.m. with special guest, Ruthie Foster.  Under the direction of Artistic Director and Founder Francisco J. Núñez, the chorus will take you on an unforgettable musical journey from the soul-stirring power of gospel to music from the Broadway stage and around the world, complete with show-stopping choreography.

Since Francisco founded YPC nearly 30 years ago, he has welcomed children of every cultural and economic background to come together and sing; nurturing them as young artists, students and people, and instilling bonds among them of understanding and inclusion. Over 1,600 children from ages 7 to 18 participate annually in YPC’s after-school and in-school programs. YPC’s commitment to diversity and artistic excellence inspires invitations from a global array of festivals, cultural institutions, and cities on four continents.