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Coquitlam youth choir bring Arcade Fire and Rachmaninoff into harmony

It's part indie, part classical, and a whole lot of community building.
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Coastal Sound Youth Choir combines the best traditions of classical singing with an indie rock repertoire. (Photo courtesy of Carrie Tennant)
The Candy Palmater Show14:31Coquitlam youth choir bring Arcade Fire and Rachmaninoff into harmony

For five years, Coquitlam's Coastal Sound Youth Choir has paired indie rock tunes with a classical choral repertoire for a special annual concert. Their performance on June 11 will be their last one.

Director Carrie Tennant and choir member Catherine Cheneval share the stories behind the music.

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