Children and youth in grades 5–9 are invited to join NLC's Director of Education and Outreach, Erin Gaffaney, and Artistic Director, Jennaya Robison, for a dynamic day of music-making and youth-initiated leadership. Special guest conductor Maria Ellis, owner of Girl Conductor LLC and Artistic Director of The Sheldon's All-Star Chorus and UMSL's Voices of Jubilation, brings her passion for diverse, engaging music education. This joyful and collaborative festival celebrates creativity, connection, and the next generation of musical leaders.