Alyson Bates
Alyson Bates founded Capriccio Youth Choirs in 2010 alongside the late Jane Griffin. As the Founding Artistic Director, Mrs. Bates fosters CYC with the mission that all young people can experience the joy of singing and all are welcome to be a part of a music family. She strives to continually improve on creating an environment of acceptance and artistry for developing singers.
Mrs. Bates holds a master’s degree in Education Administration from Ashland University and a Bachelor of Music Education degree from Otterbein University. Her extensive experience with youth choirs ranges from teaching vocal and instrumental music in the public school setting (Switzerland of Ohio Local, Groveport Madison Local, and Worthington City school districts) to serving as a staff member of Kinderchor of Ohio and Con Brio Children and Youth Choirs. Mrs. Bates also serves as the Treble Festival Chair for the Ohio Choral Directors Association Board and is an active member of the Ohio Music Education Association and the Ohio Choral Directors Association. She is currently also the vocal director for Worthington Kilbourne High School musicals as well as a clinician for choral ensembles, mentor to future music educators, and a collaborative musician in her community.