Esteemed choral director Dr. David Brunner works with guest choirs and combines them in a Mass choir featuring some of his works!

A legacy of inspiration takes center stage! Get ready for a once–in–lifetime event: the National High School Choral Festival honors Dr. David Brunner, UCF professor emeritus and retired Director of Choral Activities. This festival is a vibrant tapestry of youthful talent and music excellence, woven together in appreciation for Dr. Brunner’s profound impact on countless young singers. Dr. Brunner’s dedication to choral music spanned decades, nurturing UCF’s choirs and inspiring countless high school singers through workshops, clinics and guest conducting, including during the formative years of UCF Celebrates the Arts. Reconnect with Dr. Brunner as he works with guest choirs and combines them in a Mass choir featuring some of his works!

Logos for UCF and Dr. Phillips Center
We extend particular gratitude to the staff and administration of Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts for their partnership over the past ten years.

Thank You to Our Supporters

Logos for LIFE at UCF, OUC The Reliable One, Florida Arts and Culture, Downtown Orlando, Rockley Family Foundation, and Sigma Alpha Iota Philanthropies Inc.

Sponsored in part by the State of Florida through the 
Division of Arts and Culture and the National Endowment for the Arts.

  • The Judith and David Albertson Endowment in the Arts
  • Cartwright Family Humanities & Arts Endowment
  • Phil and Jane Easterling
  • LIFE at UCF
  • Orlando Downtown Development Board
  • OUC – The Reliable One
  • Women’s Club at UCF, Inc.

Thank You to Our Festival Partners

  • Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts
  • National Young Composers Challenge
  • Orlando Family Stage
  • Orlando Shakes
  • Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra
  • UCF College of Health Professions and Sciences
  • UCF Global Perspectives and International Initiatives
  • UCF Rosen College of Hospitality Management
  • Winter Park Institute
  • WUCF