Known MPLS

Known MPLS is a Twin Cities–based community youth choir under the direction of Courtland Pickens. Founded in 2019 as an extension of Voicez, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit music organization, Known MPLS exists to train, develop, and empower the next generation of singers and leaders across the Twin Cities.
Using performance-based music education, Known MPLS engages youth and young adults ages 12–25—building confidence, leadership, cultural awareness, discipline, and excellence.
Known MPLS has opened for Le’Andria Johnson, PJ Morton, Jonathan McReynolds, Tasha Cobbs Leonard, Chandler Moore, and Vanessa Bell Armstrong; performed with the Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra at the Ordway; performed behind Snoop Dogg during a Christmas halftime performance; and has opened for Patti LaBelle, Gladys Knight, and Jon Batiste.
Rooted in community. Built for excellence. BIG KNOWN ENERGY..