KANTOREI, The Singing Boys of Rockford, IL

Kantorei. The Singing Boys of Rockford, IL is a non-profit, non-sectarian organization, which serves boys ages 6-18 in the northern Illinois area. Hundreds of members have participated in this unique program which was founded in 1964 by Linden Lundstrom (1913-1996) and continues today to be dedicated to its original purpose: to provide a quality musical education, while instilling in each member the rewards of self-discipline, responsibility, and dedication towards common goals.

Since its inception, KANTOREI’s mission has been to represent the finest tradition of boychoirs by offering an outstanding musical and cultural education while providing many opportunities for personal growth. Services are offered without regard to race, color, national origin, creed, or socio-economic status.

Through the pursuit of excellence in the musical arts, the boys make the transition to becoming responsible, caring, disciplined young men. They come to know themselves and their world better, preparing their lives for the many challenges they will yet face. Through their willing and purposeful participation in the choir, they serve as models for what is “right” about today’s youth. Perhaps Thomas Jefferson said it best: “The boys of the rising generation are to be the men of the next…and the sole guardians of the principles we deliver to them.” This has been the measure of KANTOREI’s success - one boy at a time.

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