Stetson University Young Singers
Stetson University welcomes singers of school ages starting with 3rd grade (and up), and all levels of experience and talent to campus for another year of choral singing together! This choir program is designed for young singers ages 8-18 to fine-tune their singing skills and musicianship in an encouraging and fun learning environment.
We strive to develop professional-level ensembles that allow young singers to explore their talent with singing while making life-long memories and incredible music. Join us and see what your young singers are capable of!
This year's theme: Here’s To Song - Celebrating 40 Years of Singing
Kickoff Date for 2025-2026 Season: September 8th, 2025
- Young Singers Apprentice choir meets on Thursdays, 5:15-6:16 p.m., Presser Hall, room 132
- Registration fee: $200
- Melinda Fradley, conductor
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- Young Singers Apprentice choir meets on Mondays, 5:45-7:00 p.m., Presser Hall, room 132
- Registration fee: $250
- Angie Monahan, conductor
- Young Singers choir meets Mondays, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Presser Hall, room 352
- Registration fee: $300
- Melinda Fradley, conductor
Melinda Fradley is the Artistic Director of Stetson University Young Singers and Director of Choral Activities at DeLand Middle School in Florida. Known for her warmth, creativity, and dedication to student growth, she has spent her career inspiring young singers across Volusia County. She previously led the Deland High School Chorus as Artistic Director and began her career teaching music in elementary schools—laying a strong foundation for generations of musicians.
For ten years, Melinda served as a conductor with the Stetson University Children’s Choir alongside Ann Small, and in 2019, she was honored to serve as the Jean Faircloth Principal Conductor for the Savannah Children’s Choir. That same year, she taught as a guest professor at the City of Beijing University in China, collaborating with Professor Lingfen Wu. Melinda holds a Bachelor of Music Education and a Master of Educational Leadership from Stetson University.
Melinda is a sought-after clinician, adjudicator, and mentor. She serves as Florida ACDA Honors Chair and is an active member of both NAfME and ACDA. She also sings professionally as a section leader with Orlando Sings under Andrew Minear and as a longtime member and past president of The Festival Singers of Florida, directed by Kevin Fenton. Melinda has been twice recognized as Teacher of the Year—at McInnis Elementary in 1999 and DeLand High School in 2014. She brings joy, passion, and a sense of community to everything she does, whether conducting a choir, mentoring young educators, or making music with friends.
She has performed at the Florida Music Educators Conference and directed the first Volusia All-County Ukulele Ensemble in 2022. She has collaborated with leading choral artists, including Brandon Boyd, Russell Robinson, Kevin Fenton, Andrew Minear, Tim Peter, Jason Max Ferdinand, Cara Tasher, and David Brunner.
Her passion for music began at age four, playing TV theme songs by ear—an early spark that grew into a lifelong commitment to inspire through music. Outside of her professional roles, Angie is a proud wife and mother of three. She supports her children’s musical and athletic activities, serves on local band boards, and performs in her church praise band. In her free time, she enjoys reading, shopping at TJ Maxx, solving puzzles, indulging in chocolate, and finding new ways to make music a joyful part of everyday life.
Questions?
Melinda Fradley, Artistic Director, Stetson Young Singers: [email protected]