Frequently Asked Questions

What Choir Classes are offered at RHS?

•          JV Tenor-Bass Choir

•          Freshman Treble Choir 

•          Varsity Treble Choir (Grades 10-12) *admisson by audition only

•          Raider Chorale (grades 10-12) *admission by audition only

•          Chamber Singers (grades 9-12) *admission by audition only

Will choir activities interfere with athletics, band, cheer or dance?

Raider Choir students are strongly encouraged to participate in other campus organizations! With the exception of 5 concerts; before and after school Choir Events are optional. Choir is a no-homework class. This can be extremely beneficial to athletes and students with a heavy academic load. Be very transparent about your extra curricular time conflicts to allow directors to better assist you in your scehduling. 

Can I earn a letter-jacket in choir?

Each year students earn points in choir toward a letter jacket. Points are earned through good choir grades, rehearsal/concert attendance, U.I.L. participation, and other optional choir related activities.

What competitions will the Raider Choir participate in?

Students will have the opportunity to participate in U.I.L. contests (Solo and Ensemble and Concert and Sight-reading), as well as TMEA All- Region/State Choir auditions. Auditioned Choirs will participate in other outside competitions such as the Capital City Clash and Madfest. Raider Choir also hosts a Solo Competition that all voice lesson students are permitted to compete in.

Can I change my schedule if I didn’t sign up for choir?

You can typically  change your schedule at the beginning of a new grading period at the beginning of the year. Email Mr. Stanley at clark.stanley@leanderisd.org and hecan help you make a change.

How can parents support the Choir Program?

Get involved in absolutely any way you can! Volunteer for anything and come and support us at our concerts! The Raider Choir Boosters plan activities for the choir and provide scholarships for choir students to participate in trips and contests. The Choir Boosters encourage all parents to get involved and support their children’s interests in Choir.