A choral/arts program for children aged 6-12 and teen mentors, designed to foster pride in the unique cultural heritage of Cape Ann, and a sense of belonging to her ongoing story, through music, dance, theater, art and engagement with nature and community.  

Summer Program

A one-week arts program for children age 6 -12, and teenage mentors, full of singing, dancing, theatrics, art projects and local excursions that reflect the multifaceted story of Cape Ann, with a culminating performance on the final day

“BEAST, BIRD, & FISH ~ the Creatures of Cape Ann”

Aug. 18-22, 2025 ~ 8:30am-12:30pm

CAAA Alive Singers

Our summertime CAAA singers have been part of the inspiration and vision for the recently established

CAPE ANN YOUTH CHORUS

of Rockport Music, residing at

the Shalin Liu Performance Center.

It is a regional chorus for singers age

8-18 from all four towns of Cape Ann.

CAAA participants are heartily invited to consider joining CAYC for glorious singing opportunities throughout the school year, or to join in CAYC rehearsals and performances during the

holiday season.

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See Rockport Music website for details.

About Us

Learn more about our mission,
who we are, how we got started, 
and where we are going. 
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OUR MISSION

Our mission is to foster children’s appreciation for the unique environment, history and culture of Cape Ann, as well as their own sense of pride and belonging to the ongoing story of this magnificent region. Through the creative disciplines of music, visual arts, theater, dance, and connection with the people and places of the area, we strive to cultivate curiosity, encourage artistic expression, build confidence and a desire to engage generously with their peers and community.

We are grateful for the support of local organizations