"I don't sing because I'm happy. I'm happy because I sing.", William JamesThe Red Rose Children's Choir of Lake County, Illinois is a nonprofit organization serving families in Lake County and northern Cook County. The choir is dedicated to meeting the needs of musically inclined children. This auditioned, tuition based choir serves students with differing religious, racial, cultural, and economic backgrounds. Through the pursuit of excellence and common sense of purpose, singers find a sense of self-esteem and belonging as they share their gifts with the community. The choir educates and inspires students to appreciate fine choral music, encouraging young singers to strive to communicate expressively through artistic performance.