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There are a ton of amazing opportunities in our choir program!  We are a diverse community of students of all skill levels working together to make music.  Our space is welcoming, safe, and encouraging to all.  If you were to join, you'd be able to:

• Sing in concerts- We sing a variety of concerts both in our PHS auditorium as well as in the community, ranging from classical music, holiday favorites, and pop songs.  There are opportunities to sing in a full group, small group, and even solo.

• Attend field trips- Choir takes a lot of field trips into the Austin area every year.  Some events include singing at the University of Texas's music school for their "Big Sing" concert series, attending professional operas at the Long Center in downtown Austin, and singing holiday carols all across the city!

• Sing at football games-PHS choir sings the national anthem before every home varsity football game.  We get to enter on the field to sing and and attend the game for free!

• Compete in events-All students get to compete in a choir for the UIL concert and sight reading evaluation every March for a chance to receive a "Sweepstakes" trophy or "Superior Ratings" plaque. In addition, students are able to compete in solo competitions like the TMEA All-State Choir competition in the fall as well as the UIL Solo & Ensemble competition in the spring.

• Hang out- In addition to all of these things, choir routinely hosts social nights, ranging from our annual potluck before homecoming, movie nights throughout UIL season, and other events such as our ping pong tournament and "Dress-To-Impress" night.  At the end of every school year, we host a formal banquet where we celebrate the year with catered food, slideshows, class awards, and a lot of dancing. 

• Earn Varsity Letterman Jackets- Choir students who meet the requirements can earn a varsity patch for a letterman jacket.  In addition, events such as TMEA give out patches to add to a letter jacket as well.