David Allen

David Allen is excited to be returning to Rise Up Children’s Choir, where he now directs Amplify, an exceptional group of young a cappella singers. With over 10 years of experience in the a cappella world, David is passionate about teaching youth the art of practicing, recording, and performing in this unique genre. Currently, he is enhancing his expertise through mentorship under Jon Smith of The Swingles and J.D. Frizzell with Next Level A Cappella.
Hailing from Albany, Oregon, David’s journey in a cappella began in high school, but truly took off during his freshman year at BYU in the a cappella club. He later founded 1AChord in his sophomore year, a group that continues to thrive in the BYU a cappella community. He holds a BM in Commercial Music from BYU with an emphasis in Media and Film Composition, and has since made his mark in the local music industry as an experienced freelance arranger, performer, producer, and composer.
One of David’s most significant recent projects is his role as artistic director and producer for J209, a local Christian a cappella band dedicated to igniting the fire of faith in Christ in the rising generation. Since launching in January 2024, J209 has released a full-length debut album, secured first place in the Pacific Northwest regional of the Harmony Sweepstakes A Cappella Festival, and is booked to perform as part of Momentum '25 West, a cruise scheduled for January 2025 in the Baja Peninsula.
David is committed to building on the legacy of Amplify and empowering youth to express themselves through music. He believes in the transformative power of song for personal and social growth, and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and inspiring environment for all participants.